Part-Time Medical Records Director | HIPAA & EHR Lead

Mirage Post Acute in; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Mirage Post Acute in Lancaster, CA, is seeking a part-time 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 safeguarding patient information.

You will supervise records staff where applicable, coordinate with nursing, therapy, and admin teams, handle requests for records, and contribute to survey

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management
• RHIT or similar certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of medical records or health information management experience, 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

• Oversee creation, maintenance, and storage of resident medical records per HIPAA and regulations
• 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 staff to support documentation needs
• Handle requests for medical records from residents, families, legal representatives, and outside providers
• Oversee and troubleshoot electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Train and supervise medical records staff where applicable
• Prepare reports and audits for internal and external review
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive health information
• Support survey readiness and respond to inquiries from regulatory agencies

Skills

HIPAA knowledge

EHR proficiency

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management

RHIT certification

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mirage Post Acute in Lancaster, CA, is seeking a part-time 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 safeguarding patient information.

You will supervise records staff where applicable, coordinate with nursing, therapy, and admin teams, handle requests for records, and contribute to survey