Director - Health Information Management (HIM)

An experienced Director of Health Information Management (HIM) is needed to lead a dynamic HIM department. This role involves overseeing departmental operations, ensuring compliance, and contributing to high-quality patient care.

Job Posting: Director - Health Information Management (HIM)

Location: Mayfield, KY

Salary: $74000 - $85000

 

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement departmental goals, plans, and standards aligned with clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical objectives.
• Operational Oversight: Direct and evaluate operations, including patient care delivery, IT integration, service quality, and complaint resolution. Staff Management: Plan and oversee staffing activities, including hiring, training, performance evaluation, disciplinary actions, and ongoing education.

• Budget Management: Prepare, monitor, and assess budgets, ensuring compliance with allocated funding.
• Audit Coordination: Manage internal and external audits, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Professional Growth: Create an environment that fosters professional development and encourages team growth.
• Continuum of Care: Ensure the department's role in the continuum of care remains a priority.

Skills:

• Strong critical thinking and decisive judgment abilities.
• Capability to work independently and thrive in a high-pressure environment.
• Effective action-taking in stressful situations.

Education:

• Associate’s Degree or graduate of a related discipline program (required).
• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred).

Certifications:

• RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) - required.
• RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) - preferred.
• Registered with the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

Why Join This Team?

• Professional Growth: A culture that supports continuous learning and development.
• Leadership Opportunity: Play a pivotal role in ensuring departmental excellence.
• Strategic Impact: Contribute to the mission of delivering top-quality healthcare.

Non-Essential Functions

• Adhere to organizational codes of conduct and comply with all relevant policies and procedures.