| Location | Riverside, CA |
| Salary | $79,070.25–$117,762.16 Per Year |
Assistant Medical Records Manager
Salary
$79,070.25 - $117,762.16 Annually
Location
Riverside
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
26-13486-02-VZ
Department
RUHS-Medical Center
Division
Medical Records
Opening Date
08/20/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Riverside University Health System (RUHS) is seeking a qualified Assistant Medical Records Manager to support the Medical Records unit located in Riverside. This position plays a key role in assisting with the organization, coordination, and overall operations of the Health Information Management (HIM) Department.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the organization, coordination, and direction of HIM functions, including Release of Information, Chart Completion and Analysis, Chart Scanning, and Document Integrity.
Review, revise, and develop policies and procedures; create and implement training to ensure efficient and effective workflows.
Evaluate staff performance and monitor progress toward departmental goals.
Provide technical guidance and support to staff in complex or sensitive situations.
Respond to correspondence, insurance claims, legal requests, and chart completion inquiries.
Serve as a liaison with hospital departments, county departments, and external partners to support accurate and timely information exchange within the clinically integrated network.
Analyze data and prepare detailed statistical and operational reports.
Competitive Candidates Will Possess:
A bachelor's or master's degree in Health Information Management (HIM).
Experience with Release of Information and Chart Analysis in an acute care hospital setting, including Behavioral/Mental Health records.
Working knowledge of Title 22 and 42 CFR Part 482 - Conditions of Participation for hospitals.
Required Certifications and Licenses:
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
A valid California Driver License.
This position may require travel to the Medical Center or Arlington location approximately every other month using a personal vehicle.
Schedule Option: 5/40 or 9/80, days and hours to be determined with the department.
Meet the Team!
Every day at Riverside University Health System Medical Center, a dedicated team of healthcare professionals and support staff come together to improve lives across Riverside County. Our nationally recognized programs and specialized services thrive because of the diverse talents and commitment of our team members. No matter your background or skill set, you'll discover meaningful opportunities and a strong sense of purpose here.
To learn more about RUHS Medical Center, please visit www.ruhealth.org
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I
License of Certificate: Current registration as a Registered Records Administrator with the American Health Information Management Association.
OPTION II
License/Certificate: Current accreditation as a Registered Health Information Technician with the American Health Information Management Association.
AND
Experience: Two years of experience performing health information management responsibilities equivalent to a Medical Records Technician in a medical records department of a hospital or health care agency.
OR OPTION III
License/Certificate: Evidence of enrollment in an accredited course as a Registered Health Information Technician approved by the American Health information Management Association. Incumbents are required to complete and receive registration twelve months from the date of hire. Failure to secure said registration will result in incumbents being terminated prior to the end of their probationary period.
Experience: Three years experience performing health information management responsibilities equivalent to a Medical Records Technician which must have included a minimum of one year of supervisory/lead position in a Medical Records Department of a hospital or health care agency.
Knowledge of: The International Classification of Diseases (current revision); Diagnostic Related Group (DRG) coding applications; the principles and techniques of supervision, staff utilization and training; principles and practices involved in medical records management; laws, rules, regulations and policies affecting medical records functions.
Ability to: Organize, coordinate, and supervise the work of subordinate staff; develop instructional material; analyze situations and recommend appropriate actions; establish and maintain effective working relationships; prepare clear and concise oral and written reports.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact the recruiter:
Veronica Zuno at VZuno@Rivco.org or 951-955-1449. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouses death certificate, a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veterans preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
BENEFIT PROGRAM: MCU
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If theres any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.
ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to <108 months = 10.46 Hours
108 or more months = 12.00 Hours
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
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Do you have current registration as a Registered Health Information Administrator with the American Health Information Management Association?
02
Do you have current accreditation as a Registered Health Information Technician with the American Health Information Management Association?
03
How many years of experience do you possess performing health information management responsibilities equivalent to a Medical Records Technician in a medical records department of a hospital or health care agency?
04
Do you have evidence of enrollment in an accredited course as a Registered Health Information Technician approved by the American Health Information Management Association? (Incumbents are required to complete and receive registration twelve months from the date of hire. Failure to secure said registration will result in incumbents being terminated prior to the end of their probationary period.)
05
How many years of supervisory/lead experience do you possess performing health information management responsibilities equivalent to a Medical Records Technician in a Medical Records Department of a hospital or health care agency?
06
Do you currently hold a valid California Class C driver license?
07
What is the highest level of education you have from an accredited college or university in Health Information Management?
08
What is your knowledge of Title 22 and 42 CFR Part 482-Conditions of Participation for hospitals?
09
How many years of experience do you have providing specialized application support for healthcare records management systems, such as Electronic Health Records System (EPIC)? (include details on application/resume)
10
What is your knowledge of regulatory guidelines within a hospital setting? (include details on application/resume)
11
How often have you used advanced Microsoft Excel features, such as pivot tables, developing macros, and linking worksheets, etc.?
12
Do you have experience using data warehouse systems to pull data for analysis? (include details on application/resume)
Required Question
Employer County of Riverside
Address County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569
4080 Lemon St., 7th floor
Riverside, California, 92502-1569
Phone Contact Recruiter for Job Information
Website http://www.rc-hr.com