Senior Director, Health Information Management

Henderson Hospital; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Hospital is seeking a Director of Health Information Management to lead the HIM service line. You will ensure patient records meet licensing standards, safeguard confidentiality, and supervise HIM staff.

The role requires staying current with HIPAA and state regulations, coordinating with risk management, and driving accuracy in coding and reporting. You will coordinate with other hospital departments, prepare statistical reports, and guide improvements in medical records management

Qualifications

• Must have RHIT/RHIA educational background and AHIMA accreditation knowledge.
• Three years of supervisory experience in health information management.
• Thorough knowledge of medical records, release of information, ICD-10 coding, DRG assignments, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Health Information Management Service Department in compliance with regulatory and licensing standards.
• Consult with management and medical staff to ensure patient records meet licensing requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of medical records and control release to authorized authorities.
• Inform facility staff about confidentiality policies and stay current on applicable laws.
• Direct department staff and manage staffing needs including hiring/firing.
• Monitor accuracy and maintenance of medical records for all patients.
• Coordinate liaison with other hospital HIM departments.
• Handle subpoenas and legal requests with Risk Management and directives.
• Monitor coding of discharged charts and abstract pertinent information for state agencies.
• Prepare revisions to medical records/forms to comply with TJC and laws.
• Chair HIM Forms Committee and submit forms for review.
• Produce statistical reports for administration as requested.
• Lead meetings and assist in data abstraction for care evaluation and improvement.
• Monitor transcription quality for accuracy and timeliness.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and AHIMA accreditation.

Education

Associate’s Degree (RHIT) or Bachelor’s Degree (RHIA) in Health Information Management

Job description

Henderson Hospital is seeking a Director of Health Information Management to lead the HIM service line. You will ensure patient records meet licensing standards, safeguard confidentiality, and supervise HIM staff.

The role requires staying current with HIPAA and state regulations, coordinating with risk management, and driving accuracy in coding and reporting. You will coordinate with other hospital departments, prepare statistical reports, and guide improvements in medical records management