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How much do entry level rhia jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level rhia in California is $45,227.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,273.00 and $50,919.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What kind of team environment can I expect as an entry level RHIA?

As an Entry Level RHIA, you will typically work as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes health information managers, medical coders, IT professionals, and clinical staff. You’ll often collaborate with these colleagues to ensure patient records are accurate, secure, and accessible, while also supporting compliance with healthcare regulations. Most entry-level positions provide structured training and mentorship, offering opportunities to learn from experienced professionals. This supportive environment allows new RHIAs to build foundational skills and prepare for career advancement within the health information management field.

What is an entry level RHIA?

An Entry Level RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) job involves managing and protecting patient health information, ensuring compliance with regulations, and improving healthcare data quality. RHIA professionals often work in hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, or healthcare IT settings. Responsibilities may include coding, data analysis, privacy protection, and overseeing electronic health records. This role serves as a foundation for career growth in health information management (HIM).

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level RHIA?

To thrive as an Entry Level RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator), you need a bachelor’s degree in health information management, RHIA certification, and a strong grasp of healthcare data management principles. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, medical coding software, and HIPAA regulations is expected. Effective communication, attention to detail, and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare setting are valuable soft skills. These competencies are crucial for maintaining patient record accuracy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating efficiently with clinical and administrative teams.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Rhia job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 64% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,227 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Medical Records Technician (On Call) - Mental Health Santa Cruz 194

Telecare Corporation

Santa Cruz, CA • On-site

$24.59 - $29.64/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago


Telecare Corporation rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

413th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Description

"They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live..." - Client from Telecare

What You Will Do to Change Lives

The Medical Records Technician is responsible for the maintenance, storage and processing of all medical records and EHR data. This involves performing a variety of clerical and technical duties associated with the management and oversight of a program's medical records including, but not limited to assembling, analysis, release of information, data processing, collection, reconciliation and preparation of reports in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal and regulatory requirements of a mental health care system. Must be able to work independently and have the ability to interact and communicate both verbally and in writing with clients, family members, the public and physicians and staff.

Shifts Available:

On-Call | AM | Shifts: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM | Days vary as needed

Expected starting wage range is $24.59 - $29.64. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

  • One (1) year of EHR or healthcare information system experience in a psychiatric inpatient or outpatient program or acute hospital setting AND Credentialed as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), through American Health Information Association (AHIMA)

OR

  • Two (2) years of EHR or healthcare information system experience in a psychiatric inpatient or outpatient program or acute hospital setting AND Completion of an approved Health Information/Medical Record Certificate Program

OR

  • Three (3) years of EHR or management of a paper medical record systems experience in a outpatients or community based healthcare program environment.
  • Working knowledge of managing a hybrid medical record system
  • EHR System experience, Caminar, Avatar, Anasazi (desired)
  • Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations, survey process, accreditation standards, and psychiatric requirements.
  • Knowledge and application of appropriate coding systems; ICD-10 CM, DSMV
  • Knowledge of documentation and legal issues pertaining to HIPAA, PHI and other health information.

What's In It for You*

  • Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
  • Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for NOC Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend NOC Shift)
  • Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship
  • Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
  • Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • For more information visit: https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits

Join Our Compassionate Team

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

The Santa Cruz County Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) is a 16-bed locked acute psychiatric inpatient program for adults aged 18+, diagnosed with serious mental illness (SMI), experiencing a mental health emergency and require intensive treatment and support.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

Data Specialist, Entry Level, Medical Records, MRT

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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About Telecare

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Founded in 1965, Telecare is a rapidly growing mental health care company dedicated to making a difference for our clients, the community, and our employees. We offer an array of mental health services to adults with serious mental illness. We partner with public sector entities and behavioral health organizations and have over 155 programs and over 4,300 employees across the country. And we're growing all the time! When you work at Telecare, you help to empower thousands of individuals every day in their journeys of recovery.

Industry

Offices of mental health practitioners

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alameda, CA, US

Year founded

1965

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