What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Information Supervisor position at Mile Bluff Medical Center?
General Information:
Job title: Health Information Supervisor
Schedule: Full-time, 80 hours per pay period
Weekend rotation: No Weekends
Holiday rotation: No Holidays
Position Summary:
The Health Information Supervisor position oversees the staff and workload of the Health Information Department.
Position Responsibilities:
- Supervise the HIM staff, which includes managing workloads, resolving issues, training/educating, holding meetings, monitoring schedules/payroll, and performance evaluations.
- Manage the workflows of the department and assist other departments and providers with HIM related items/issues.
- Fill in for staff as needed.
- Compile records for audits or extra projects.
- Monitor and report on provider documentation deficiencies.
- Attend seminars, and conduct reading/research when staff, providers, or nurses have questions regarding laws and records.
- Compose letters to patients, attorneys, and other facilities.
- Perform other duties as requested.
Position Requirements:
- Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management preferred, or 5 years of related work experience required.
- Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Intermediate proficiency with computers is required.
- Knowledge of electronic health records and medical terminology.
- Knowledge of State Privacy laws, HIPAA federal regulations, and compliance within a healthcare system.
- Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.