HIM Director

2 months ago


Herndon, Virginia, United States StoneSprings Hospital Center Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced HIM Director to join our team at StoneSprings Hospital Center. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the day-to-day operations of our Health Information Management (HIM) department.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with the implementation and oversight of HIM Service Center (HSC) operational planning, service level agreements, budgets, workflow processes, and internal controls.
  • Participate in the facility-based unbilled management process and resolution of issues contributing to unbilled accounts.
  • Manage facility-based HIM operations and staff, including record pick up and reconciliation, release of information request processing, hardcopy retrieval of medical records, tumor and/or trauma registry, and processing of birth certificate/paternity papers as applicable.
  • Perform facility unbilled activities, including physician query follow-up, physician incomplete record follow-up, collaboration with facility department leaders in monitoring and working unbilled reports, and management of HIM operations unbilled processes.
  • Oversee facility-specific 360 Encompass Computer Assisted Coding (CAC) implementation activities for all patient types and support and sustain the HIM operational aspects of CAC post-go-live.
  • Work all applicable HPF/MPF workflow queues according to established workflow guidelines and schedules.
  • Collaborate with Medical Staff and Facility Leadership to comply with standards and guidelines enforced through the Medical Staff Bylaws/Rules and Regulations.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field required. Degree requirement may be substituted by current enrollment in a Bachelor's Degree program or equivalent work experience with CEO approval.
  • A minimum of one year of HIM department experience is preferred; three or more years is strongly preferred.
  • A minimum of one year of healthcare management experience is strongly preferred.
  • RHIA or RHIT strongly preferred.
About Us

StoneSprings Hospital Center is a leading healthcare provider in the region, committed to delivering high-quality patient care and exceptional service. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service). We also offer education assistance, colleague recognition program, and time away from work program.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.