HIM Specialist III Team Leader

The HIM Specialist III Team Leader position is currently operating on a hybrid schedule due to an ongoing office renovation project. During this transition period, the team is working from a temporary workspace for an estimated 6-9 months. The temporary office environment is compact and designed to accommodate a small team collaboratively during the renovation phase. The current hybrid schedule is Remote: Monday and Tuesday and On-site: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Upon completion of the renovation project, this position is expected to transition back to a full-time, on-site schedule.

General Summary of Position
HIM Team Lead is responsible for performing a variety of HIM-related technical and clerical tasks and duties.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Functions as a team leader and assist in completion of various tasks in all areas of responsibility.
• Is proficient in all document imaging functions including: prep, scan, quality control and validation.
• Is proficient in deficiency management functions including provider completion and suspension processes.
• Functions in the areas of prepping, scanning, quality control validation and deficiency management as necessary.
• Assists in the preparation of reports and statistical materials requested by the department physicians or other hospital departments.
• Maintains quality standards. Audits and monitors production and quality of associate work. Provides input into associate evaluation process.
• Coordinates associate schedules.
• Assists in the training and orientation of HIM associates.

Minimal Qualifications
Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate's degree in Health Information Management preferred

Experience

• 3-4 years experience in hospital health information management or related experience required

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Excellent Verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills required
• Medical Terminology required