Health Information Management - Team Lead

Job Summary:

NYC Ambulatory Healthcare facility seeks an experienced Medical Records Team Lead to coordinate the daily operations of the HIM team. The candidate is responsible for assisting HIM Manager & HIM Director with implementing and maintaining the center’s health information management systems, including but not limited to computers and medical records. Ensures that the center’s health information is kept confidential and complies with federal and state regulations. Emphasizes consistent adherence to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Establish and revise medical record workflows to ensure that records are complete, up to date, readily accessible, secure, and compliant with center policies and regulations.
• Participates in the recruitment and hiring of staff.
• Assists the HIM Manager and HIM Director with staff evaluations during probation and, at minimum, annually.
• Maintains current knowledge of state and federal regulations, including HIPAA.
• Collaborates with center personnel to improve health information management systems.
• Troubleshoots MIS problems of HIM operational concerns.
• Provides the administrator(s) and management with statistical data.
• Other duties as requested.

Education and experience:

• A minimum of 3-5 years experience in Health Information Management
• Strong computer skills with emphasis on Word, Excel, electronic tracking, and records
• Associate/Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems or a related field, preferred
• Experience utilizing info systems in the healthcare setting

We offer a competitive salary including, but not limited to, the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision health benefits at no cost to all benefits-eligible employees and their eligible dependents
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Sick days, and 12 paid Holidays)
• 401(k) Plan
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Member’s Health Assistance Program
• Pre-Paid Legal Services
• Life Cycle Benefits

COVID-19 vaccination is required for all health center employees.

Annual Salary starts at $72,000