Health Information Technician (HIT) - Medical Records Specialist

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs in Manchester, NH is hiring a Medical Records Technician (HIT) in the Business Office. The role supports accuracy and completeness of health records, ensuring timely processing and HIPAA-compliant handling of information.

Candidates may enter at GS-4 level with supervision or advance to GS-7 based on experience and education. The position emphasizes health information management, record analysis, and coordination with clinical staff.

Qualifications

• One year of creditable experience showing knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and health records basics.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze health records for accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and compliance.
• Coordinate health record review activities to meet external accreditation requirements.
• Notify clinical providers regarding incomplete records and assist with documentation improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Health information technology

Health records knowledge

Prioritization

Medical terminology

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Associate degree in HIT/HIM

Bachelor’s degree with 24 credits in HIT/HIM

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Electronic health records

Delinquency tracking software

Job description

The US Department of Veterans Affairs in Manchester, NH is hiring a Medical Records Technician (HIT) in the Business Office. The role supports accuracy and completeness of health records, ensuring timely processing and HIPAA-compliant handling of information.

Candidates may enter at GS-4 level with supervision or advance to GS-7 based on experience and education. The position emphasizes health information management, record analysis, and coordination with clinical staff.