Director of HIM

Stewart Memorial Hospital and Clinic is seeking a knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and motivated professional to join our leadership team as HIM Director. This exempt, full-time position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for directing and supervising all Health Information Management (HIM) department functions.

Position Summary

The HIM Director oversees all aspects of the Health Information Management Department, including record completion, professional coding, indexing, abstracting, storage, retrieval, release of information, and compliance with regulatory and confidentiality standards. This role plays a vital part in supporting accurate clinical documentation, billing integrity, and organizational compliance.

Position Responsibilities Include: 

• Direct and supervise all HIM department functions, including record maintenance, coding, indexing, abstracting, and release of information.

• Assist in planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing departmental operations to meet organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

• Establish, implement, and update HIM policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.

• Review department performance and workflows, implementing improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.

• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, patient confidentiality standards, and all applicable regulations.

• Review medical records for completeness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.

• Stay current on coding guidelines, payer-specific requirements, and HIM regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Health Information Technology required or coursework toward AHIMA credential in progress (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P)

• Minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of experience in Health Information Management, Professional coding experience preferred. 

Knowledge & Technical Skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of HIM operations, coding systems, medical and surgical terminology, and healthcare documentation standards

• Strong understanding of HIPAA, patient confidentiality, and release of information regulations

• Technologically savvy with electronic health record system

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with medical staff and leadership

• Leadership style aligned with organizational values, goals, and strategic priorities

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance, shared
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 1.5 x annually salary life insurance, employer paid
• Short Term Disability, employer paid
• Retirement 403(b), 50% company match (maximum 3% match)

Stewart Memorial Community Hospital and all affiliated organizations is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, associational preferences, or any other classification that deprives the person of consideration as an individual.