Manager of Medical Records - HIM

MedStar Health; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Manager of Medical Records at Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, TX. In this role, you will oversee the maintenance of hospital medical records, ensuring high-quality standards and management effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in health information management and be skilled in medical terminology and coding.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of HIM management / supervisory experience required.
• Completion of college-level courses in relevant medical fields.
• Knowledge required in health information management processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage department activities related to medical records.
• Ensure quality improvement in record maintenance.
• Interact effectively with patients and healthcare team members.

Skills

Health Information Management

Anatomy and Physiology

Medical Terminology

ICD and CPT knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in a related field

Registered Health Information Technician (R.H.I.T.) or Registered Health Information Administrator (R.H.I.A.)

Job description

Manager of Medical Records - HIM

Facility

Knapp Medical Center

Location

US-TX-Weslaco

ID

2025-206889

Category

Manager

Position Type

Full Time

Shift

Days

Job Type

Exempt

Overview

Knapp Medical Center is a 227-bed not-for-profit, acute care hospital, and a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation. Located in Weslaco, TX, we provide exceptional healthcare services to residents of the Mid- Valley. Knapp works hard to provide state-of-the-art technology, progressive diagnostic and treatment options, and patient-focused care.

Throughout recent years, Knapp has been recognized as one of the best healthcare facilities in the United States in the various areas we serve:

Centers For Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Five-Star Quality Rated

• LeapFrog Hospital Safety Grade Straight A's 2019-2023
• America's 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award
• Patient Safety Excellence Award
• Labor & Delivery Excellence Award
• Gynecologic Surgery Excellence Award
• Obstetrics & Gynecology Excellence Award
• One of Healthgrades America's 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care
• Recipient of Healthgrades General Surgery Excellence Award for 2 years in a row
• Certified by The Joint Commission as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center
• Five-Star Recipient for Hip Fracture Treatment for 6 years in a row
• Recipient of a Maternity Care Excellence Award and ranked among the Top 5% in the Nation for Maternity Care for 4 years in a row
• Five Star Rated for Maternity Care for 4 years in a row
• Recipient of Joint Replacement Excellence Award and Ranked among the Top 10% in the Nation for Joint Replacement
• Five Star Rated for Joint Replacement and Total Knee Replacement for 3 years in a row
• Five-Star Recipient for Pacemaker Procedures
• Five-Star Recipient for Gallbladder Removal Surgery for 4 years in a row
• Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Pancreatitis
• Five-Star Recipient for Appendectomy
• Training Center for American Heart Association's Certification Programs: Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

The Manager is responsible for planning, organizing and influencing department activities and enduring maintenance of hospital medical records while maintaining continuous quality improvement. The Manager maintains operations within budgetary parameters. Effectively interacts with patients, their significant others and other health team members, while maintaining standards of professional service.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Must be knowledgeable regarding the Health Information Management Department process and its application and evaluation of qualitative issues.
• Minimum two years HIM management / supervisory experience; required.
• Successful completion of college level courses in anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and coding
• ICD and CPT knowledge; required.
• Successful completion of an education program for Registered Health Information Technician (R.H.I.T.),or Registered Health Information Administrator (R.H.I.A.); required.
• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in a related field; preferred.

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