HIM Coordinator

70 HonorHealth Support Services; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HonorHealth is seeking a Health Information Management Coordinator to lead HIM staff during shifts, coordinate release of information, chart analysis and data integrity. Initial on-site training will occur in Arizona, with remote work possible after training and occasional on-site as needed.

Candidates must reside in Arizona and meet education and RHIT-preference expectations. The role emphasizes leadership, training, quality assurance and strong communication as you support birth registration,

Qualifications

• 1 year lead, coordinating, or supervisory experience.
• 2 years in release of information, correspondence, or records analysis.
• 2 years lead, coordinating, or supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws related to health information encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates patient record processing activities within the HIM Department.
• Establishes work priorities and resolves daily operational problems.
• Assists HIM Supervisor to ensure coverage in all HIM areas.
• Trains HIM staff and monitors quality and productivity.
• Provides timely feedback and retraining as necessary.
• Monitors work queues and ensures proper coverage of HIM staff work.
• Supports day-to-day activities and adapts to changes in protocols.
• Assists leadership with performance, conduct, and work habits issues.
• Participates in department activities and safety initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer Service

Data Entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED Required

Associates Preferred

RHIT Certification Preferred

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Primary City/State: Virtual Arizona Category: Health Information Shift: Day Department: Health Information Management Initial training will be working on-site daily (location TBD). Once trained, position is remote and working on-site occasionally when needed. Mon - Fri 8am-4:30pm Must reside in the state of Arizona

Great care starts with great people. (Like you.) At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.

Responsibilities:

JOB SUMMARY

The Health Information Management (HIM) Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing activities of the HIM staff assigned for shift, or when necessary. Activities include but are not limited to release of information, chart analysis, chart processing, chart deficiency, and data integrity. May be assigned to oversee and coordinate specialty areas which include birth registration, physician suspension, state/federal release of information and reporting, and transcription posting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates patient record processing activities within the HIM Department.
• Establishes work priorities, and resolves problems related to daily operations.
• Assists HIM Supervisor in ensuring appropriate coverage in all HIM areas.
• Trains HIM staff and monitors quality and productivity of HIM staff.
• Provides timely feedback and re-trains as necessary.
• Monitors work queues and other job assignments and takes appropriate actions to ensure proper coverage of HIM staff work.
• Assists HIM staff with day-to-day activities as needed to keep abreast of changes in work protocols and to ensure adequate coverage in all HIM areas.
• Assists HIM leadership with issues relating to performance, conduct, and work habits.
• Actively participates in department activities.
• Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate.
• Completes all position and department safety related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED Required Associates Preferred

EXPERIENCE

• 1 year year lead, coordinating, or supervisory experience.
• Required 2 years in any or all of the following: Release of information, correspondence, master patient index maintenance, records analysis, medical records processing.
• Required Other Basic understanding and use of computers, telephones, fax, copy machines, and data entry into computer programs. Experience in high quality customer service. Demonstrated experience of verbal and written communication in a clear and professional manner.
• Required 2 years lead, coordinating, or supervisory experience
• Preferred 3 years in any or all of the following: Release of information, correspondence, master patient index maintenance, records analysis, medical records processing.
• Preferred Other Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations relative to birth registration, and confidentiality and security of patient health information. Experience in a role utilizing excellent communication and analytical skills.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - Certification Preferred

We’re all in for your career.

Expert care from experts who care. At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. Our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness, but behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and unwavering dedication. We’re delivering a healthcare experience that simply feels better through:

• Nine acute-care hospitals
• Over 200 primary, specialty and urgent care centers
• More than 17,000 team members and 4,000 medical staff

Since 1927, we’ve been focused on doing what matters most — caring for people and communities across the greater Phoenix area. From humble beginnings to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, we’re just as driven as we were a century ago. Come join us and go all in for your career.