Medical Records Director: HIPAA & EHR Leader

PACS; Center (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS in Texas is seeking a Medical Records Director to oversee the management, security, and accuracy of resident health records in compliance with HIPAA and facility regulations. This role ensures timely documentation and supports clinical and administrative staff while maintaining confidentiality.

You will supervise the medical records team, ensure timely documentation of admissions and clinical updates, manage EHR systems, and prepare audits for regulators, all while supporting survey

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in health information management preferred.
• RHIT certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in medical records or health information management, preferably in long-term care.
• 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.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the creation, maintenance, and storage of resident medical records in accordance with HIPAA and regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of admissions, discharges, transfers, and clinical updates.
• Monitor record completion and compliance with facility policies and state/federal requirements.
• Coordinate with nursing, therapy, and administrative teams to support documentation needs.
• Handle requests for medical records from residents, families, legal representatives, and outside providers.
• Oversee electronic health record (EHR) systems and troubleshoot documentation issues.
• Train and supervise medical records staff (if applicable).
• Prepare reports and audits for internal and external review.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive health information.
• Support survey readiness and respond to documentation-related inquiries from regulatory agencies.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Documentation standards

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Training supervision

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in health information management

RHIT certification

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

PACS in Texas is seeking a Medical Records Director to oversee the management, security, and accuracy of resident health records in compliance with HIPAA and facility regulations. This role ensures timely documentation and supports clinical and administrative staff while maintaining confidentiality.

You will supervise the medical records team, ensure timely documentation of admissions and clinical updates, manage EHR systems, and prepare audits for regulators, all while supporting survey