What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Information Technician 2 position at Ohio Department of Behavioral Health?
Please note: Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health. This change reflects our continued commitment to providing comprehensive, person-centered care that addresses the full range of behavioral health needs for Ohioans. All positions and services now fall under the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health as we move forward in serving individuals, families, and communities across the state.
What You’ll Do At DBH
Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
Additional Salary / Appointment Information
3% increase July 1, 2026.
Longevity supplement after 5 years of service
Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment
Completion of health information technology or health information administration program offered by technical school or
university/college which would qualify applicant for accreditation as registered health information administrator (RHIA) or
registered health information technician (RHIT). If curriculum did not include training in pharmacology, applicants must
also have 1 course in pharmacology. Completion of 90 hr. national association of practical nurses educational services
may be substituted for 1 course in pharmacology.
Major Worker Characteristics
Knowledge of health information technology or health information administration program; JCAH & Medicare/Medicaid
regulations governing medical record keeping; laws governing confidentiality of patient information; medical terminology.
Skill in use of typewriter & calculator. Ability to deal with problems involving few variables within familiar context; write
routine business letters, evaluations or records following standard procedures; write meaningful, concise & accurate
reports; proofread medical records & reports & recognize errors & missing information; gather, collate & classify
information about data, people or things.
Required Educational Transcripts
Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.
Organization
Behavioral Health - Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information
Bernadette Dudley (330) 467-7131 Ext. 2335
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Work Location
Northcoast Behavioral Health
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Summit County-Northfield
Compensation
$24.16 - $30.55
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00 am - 4:30 pm M-F
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Medical Records
Technical Skills
Medical records
Professional Skills
Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Confidentiality, Proofreading
Agency Overview
Health Information Technician 2
Who We Are
At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.
We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio's prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.
DBH Values
The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team.
What You’ll Do At DBH
- Meet with and interview patients
- Patient billing including responding to billing inquiries and issues
- Process new applications, suspensions, terminations, appeals, and payments
- Coordinate (HCAP) Hospital Care Assurance Program
- Liaison to Social Work and Internal customers
- Diagnostic Coding advisor
- Attend meetings, seminars, and trainings
- Organize and monitor EHR and medical records to ensure compliance
- Enforce all State, and Federal guidelines
- Comply with Medicaid/Medicare standards, and follow CMS guidelines
Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
Additional Salary / Appointment Information
3% increase July 1, 2026.
Longevity supplement after 5 years of service
Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment
Completion of health information technology or health information administration program offered by technical school or
university/college which would qualify applicant for accreditation as registered health information administrator (RHIA) or
registered health information technician (RHIT). If curriculum did not include training in pharmacology, applicants must
also have 1 course in pharmacology. Completion of 90 hr. national association of practical nurses educational services
may be substituted for 1 course in pharmacology.
Major Worker Characteristics
Knowledge of health information technology or health information administration program; JCAH & Medicare/Medicaid
regulations governing medical record keeping; laws governing confidentiality of patient information; medical terminology.
Skill in use of typewriter & calculator. Ability to deal with problems involving few variables within familiar context; write
routine business letters, evaluations or records following standard procedures; write meaningful, concise & accurate
reports; proofread medical records & reports & recognize errors & missing information; gather, collate & classify
information about data, people or things.
Required Educational Transcripts
Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.
Organization
Behavioral Health - Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare
Agency Contact Name and Information
Bernadette Dudley (330) 467-7131 Ext. 2335
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Work Location
Northcoast Behavioral Health
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Summit County-Northfield
Compensation
$24.16 - $30.55
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00 am - 4:30 pm M-F
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Medical Records
Technical Skills
Medical records
Professional Skills
Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Confidentiality, Proofreading
Agency Overview
Health Information Technician 2
Who We Are
At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.
We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio's prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.
DBH Values
- Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)
- Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)
- Value Driven
- Innovative (Yes Before No)
- Strong Sense of Urgency
The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team.
Salary : $24 - $31