Health Information Management (HIM) Manager - HIM Department

Company: OrthoNebraska
Location: Omaha
Posted on: May 6, 2021

Job Description:

OrthoNebraska is currently seeking a Health Information Management (HIM) Manager to lead and guide the Health Information Management Department. The HIM Manager will utilize their knowledge of HIM standards/guidelines, privacy and leadership in the core values of the organization to ensure the team meets the expected level of performance. If you think this may be a fit for you, apply today! What you would do in this role:

• Direct ongoing programs for staff development, such as hiring, training, scheduling, modify work standards, documentation, regular communication with staff.
• Serve as information privacy consultant to the organization and appropriate entities.
• Inform and educate appropriate staff on policies, procedures, and expectations regarding medical records.
• Establishes, implements, and maintains a formalized review process for HIM compliance. Serve as a resource on coding standards to stakeholders.
• Conduct ongoing audits/reviews of medical records as directed.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in compliance with established medical record procedures/standards and in documentation in the records.
• Monitor quality and production of HIM staff, provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and education as appropriate.
• Provide a key role in performance improvement initiatives within the department and organization.
• Serve a resource for the organization as related to HIM topics, such as legislation and accreditation standards.
• Provide medical transcription services to hospital physicians and additional appropriate staff.
• Develop and oversee business systems and work with information technology to ensure timely and accurate implementation.
• Monitor daily operating activity of department and make necessary adjustments in work assignments.
• Develop yearly and ongoing business plans.
• Approve, coordinate, and support fiscal budgets for each unit. Here's what makes for an ideal candidate:
  • Bachelor's degree in health information management or health-related field preferred.
  • National level accreditation or certification in HIM, such as RHIA, RHIT, or CCS
  • Certificate in Coding including CPT and ICD-10 preferred
  • A minimum of 4 years of experience in health information management.
  • 3 years of management experience in a healthcare environment.
  • Understanding of HIPAA and PHI regulations, medical records principles, and procedure required.
  • Experience in Billing Facility and Professional Fees, Insurance Follow Up and General Revenue Cycle Knowledge preferred.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislative actions and decisions regarding medical records, data management skills.
  • Ability to collaborate and communicate with team and others throughout the organization. Thank you for your interest in our company! Due to the number of applications we receive, we aren't able to give status updates, but if you are invited for an interview, you will generally be contacted within 2 weeks of submitting your application

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