Health Information Operations Manager

Guidehouse; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays & Sick Time

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an experienced Health Information Management Manager in Birmingham, AL to lead the HIM department, oversee workload and projects, and ensure compliance with JCAHO and hospital standards. The role emphasizes policy development, data reporting, budget oversight, and staff leadership.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in health information management or health informatics, RHIA/RHIT certification, and at least 7 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health information management, health informatics or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• RHIA or RHIT Certification by AHIMA.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and manage HIM Department activities, workload and projects.
• Develop policies for standardization and compliant use of medical information.
• Ensure availability of core measure data for Joint Commission and prepare reports.
• Manage staff including selection, scheduling, evaluation and counseling.
• Develop and monitor strategic goals and budget; report performance.
• Represent the department in hospital/health system meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in health information management

RHIA or RHIT Certification

Health Informatics background

Job description

Job Family

Medical Records

Travel Required

Up to 10%

Clearance Required

None

What You Will Do

The Health Information Management Manager plans, develops and manages activities, workload and special projects for the HIM Department. Meets the standards set by the hospital and Joint Commission of Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO).

• Develops policies and procedures for the standardization, control and regulated use of medical information and its availability to users. Ensures compliance with all applicable internal and external standards and regulations. Adheres to national member organization standards relative to best practice. Develops goals for assigned area of responsibility.

• Ensures the availability of core measure data for Joint Commission. Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual statistical reports; analyzes data to determine if any corrective actions are required.

• Manages staff including, but not limited to, staff selection, scheduling, evaluation and disciplinary counseling. Ensures that all employee training needs are met. Recommend promotions.

• Develops and monitors strategic operating goals, objectives and budget. Reports operational performance, justification and/or corrective action.

• Engages in and demonstrates self-development in clinical, professional and managerial areas.

• Represents the department in hospital and/or health system meetings as requested by the Director.

• Performs other duties, as assigned.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in health information management, or Health Informatics, or related field (relevant experience may be substituted for formal education)

• Minimum of 7 years of prior relevant experience

• RHIA or RHIT Certification by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

What Would Be Nice to Have

• 10 years of related experience preferred

• Experience as an HIM Manager at a multifacility system

• Experience in implementing a new EHR

• Leadership skills

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to problem-solve

• Ability to train others

• Process improvement and quality skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.