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Health Information Management (HIM) Director

Veracity Software Inc

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acute Care, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Data Management, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Information Management, Healthcare, Healthcare Administration, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Medical Records, Mentoring, Operations, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Metrics, Performance Reviews, Policy Implementation, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Implementation, Record Keeping, Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Regulatory Compliance, Staff Training, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player
LOCATION
Los Alamos, NM
POSTED
30+ days ago
Job Title: Health Information Management (HIM) Director
Location: Los Alamos, NM
Employment Type: Full-Time
Openings: 1
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Health Information Management (HIM) Director to lead and oversee health information operations in Los Alamos, NM. The ideal candidate will ensure the integrity, accuracy, and security of patient health records while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee daily operations of the Health Information Management (HIM) department
  • Ensure accurate, complete, and secure patient health records
  • Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA
  • Develop and implement HIM policies, procedures, and best practices
  • Lead audits and ensure data integrity and confidentiality
  • Collaborate with clinical, administrative, and IT teams
  • Train, mentor, and manage HIM staff
  • Review staff performance and administer corrective actions when necessary
  • Manage department budgets, reporting, and performance metrics
Must-Have Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field (preferred)
  • RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) or RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) certification
  • Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Los Alamos within 45 days
  • Strong understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA)
Nice-To-Have Qualifications
  • Prior experience in an acute care setting
  • Experience in staff training, development, performance reviews, and corrective actions
Required Skills
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities
  • In-depth knowledge of HIM practices, compliance, and regulations
  • Excellent organizational and data management skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
Education & Certification
  • Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or related field (preferred)
  • RHIT or RHIA certification (required)
Work Environment
  • Healthcare administrative setting
  • Hospital / acute care environment (preferred)
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary team

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Veracity Software Inc