Health Information Management Specialist I

University Health KC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health Truman Medical Center is seeking a Health Information Management Specialist I to ensure accurate, secure, and well-organized patient records. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, billing teams, and patients while maintaining confidentiality and privacy.

Join a supportive HIM team and contribute to data quality initiatives, coding accuracy, and efficient release of information processes in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Friendly and professional communication skills (written, spoken)
• Great attention to detail and staying organized
• Ability to juggle tasks and deadlines with ease
• Problem-solving skills and willingness to learn
• Comfort with tech: Outlook, Word, PDFs, scanners, faxes, and other office gear
• Understanding of privacy rules and keeping patient information confidential

Responsibilities

• Be the guardian of patient health records - ensuring they're accurate, secure, and handled with care.
• Support smooth communication between departments by managing requests for medical records.
• Stay sharp on HIPAA, Joint Commission, CMS rules, and hospital policies - compliance champion.
• Keep the digital world in order by using EMRs and other tools (scanners, copiers, email, Outlook, etc.).
• Help the team analyze data for quality improvement and patient safety projects.
• Provide kind, responsive, and professional customer service to patients, families, and colleagues.
• Pitch in wherever needed to keep the HIM department running smoothly.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Office software

Privacy & confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cerner/Oracle EMR

Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Health Information Management Specialist I

101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

University Health Truman Medical Center

Kansas City, Missouri

Department

Release of Information UHTMC

Position Type

Full time

Work Schedule

8:00AM - 4:30PM

Hours Per Week

40

Job Description

As a Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist I, you'll be one of the behind-the-scenes heroes who help make excellent patient care possible. You'll keep medical records secure, accurate, and organized - all while supporting doctors, nurses, billing teams, and patients alike.

From protecting privacy to powering research and supporting billing, your work keeps the hospital running smoothly. You'll also be a key part of a friendly and collaborative HIM team - working alongside Specialists II–IV, supervisors, and other departments to keep things moving forward with a positive spirit.

If you're a detail-driven problem solver who loves helping people, staying organized, and keeping things confidential - we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Be Doing

• Be the guardian of patient health records - ensuring they're accurate, secure, and handled with care.
• Support smooth communication between departments by managing requests for medical records.
• Stay sharp on HIPAA, Joint Commission, CMS rules, and hospital policies - you'll be our compliance champ.
• Keep the digital world in order by using EMRs and other tools (scanners, copiers, email, Outlook, etc.).
• Help the team analyze data for quality improvement and patient safety projects.
• Provide kind, responsive, and professional customer service to patients, families, and colleagues.
• Pitch in wherever needed to keep our HIM department running like a well-oiled machine.

Must-Haves

What You Bring to the Table:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Friendly and professional communication skills - written, spoken, and everything in between
• Great attention to detail and a love for staying organized
• Ability to juggle tasks and deadlines with ease
• Problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn
• Comfort with tech: Outlook, Word, PDFs, scanners, faxes, and other office gear
• Understanding of privacy rules and the importance of keeping patient info confidential

Nice-to-Haves (Bonus Points!):

• Experience with Cerner or Oracle EMR systems
• College-level medical terminology course (or equivalent knowledge)
• Speak, read, or write a second language
• AHIMA credentials (RHIT, RHIA, or micro-credentials)

Why You'll Love It Here

• You'll join a passionate, supportive HIM team
• Every day is different - but always meaningful
• You'll help improve lives by managing the information that powers patient care
• You'll work in an environment that values respect, teamwork, and growth

Ready to bring your skills and your smile?