Medical Records Director: HIPAA & EHR Lead

HURST in; Hurst (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is recruiting a Medical Records Director to oversee the management, security, and accuracy of resident health records in a skilled nursing facility. This leadership role ensures timely documentation and confidentiality across clinical and administrative teams.

The director will supervise records staff, manage EHR systems, and prepare audits while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management preferred.
• RHIT or similar credential preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in medical records health information management.
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid documentation standards, and SNF regulations.
• Proficiency in EHR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage creation, maintenance, and storage of resident medical records per HIPAA and guidelines.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of admissions, discharges, transfers, and clinical updates.
• Monitor record completion and compliance with policies and state/federal requirements.
• Coordinate with nursing, therapy, and admin teams to support documentation needs.
• Handle requests for medical records from residents, families, and outside providers.
• Oversee EHR systems and troubleshoot documentation issues.
• Train and supervise medical records staff (if applicable).
• Prepare reports and audits for internal and external review.

Skills

HIPAA knowledge

MS Office

EHR systems

Organizational skills

Education

Health Information Management degree

RHIT or similar credential

Tools

EHR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

PACS is recruiting a Medical Records Director to oversee the management, security, and accuracy of resident health records in a skilled nursing facility. This leadership role ensures timely documentation and confidentiality across clinical and administrative teams.

The director will supervise records staff, manage EHR systems, and prepare audits while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.