Him Operations Manager Jobs in Arkansas (NOW HIRING)

Essential Functions

• Manages and maintain all aspects of health records
• Maintains confidentiality per policy and regulations
• Ensures HIM guidelines are met in conjunction with regulatory and organizational needs
• Ensures HIM staff consistently meet productivity, timeliness, and quality standards
• Provides timely training as needed
• Prepares status reports, materials, and documentation for reporting to senior management or committees, as needed
• Assists with the development of training material for the department and organization if needed
• Ensures Epic and OnBase work queues are worked timely and accurately
• Acts as a liaison to customers including initial point of contact for questions regarding legal medical record
• Assists with department special projects as requested
• Researches and applies federal, state and voluntary regulatory standards that relate to privacy and security
• Assists Director in compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements for record-keeping to include the destruction and disposal of obsolete records in accordance with hospital policies and regulations mandated by Health Care Authorities in the state of Alabama.
• Assists with the planning for implementation of new state and federal government requirements within the department and organization
• Assists with and answer questions on release of information functions
• Reviews and releases patient health records to authorized person(s) and/or health care facilities upon receipt of appropriate documentation authorizing releases
• Produces records in court when requested by subpoena
• Provides fill in assistance as needed
• Manages departmental resources effectively, including equipment, supplies, and technology, contributing to budget planning and oversight as needed.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement within HIM operations to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Collaborates actively with other departments (e.g., IT, Clinical Departments, Billing, Revenue Cycle) to resolve complex issues related to health information, system integration, and data flow.
• Collaborates with Human Resources on all HR-related matters, including disciplinary actions and termination requests.
• Supervises staff, managing timekeeping, ETO requests, and performance evaluations.
• Performs other duties as requested by primary manager that do not compromise moral code of conduct or protocols set in place for patient or employee safety

• Health Information Specialist
• HIM Document Integrity Analyst
• Supervisor Medical Records/HIM System Administrator

Qualifications

Minimum Education Required

• Associate's degree in health information technology, medical assisting, or related field
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

• Bachelor's degree in health information management, health informatics, public health, healthcare administration, or another related field
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)

• RHIT certification and 5 years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience overseeing staff guidance and development, workflow optimization, performance management, and regulatory compliance.

• RHIA certification with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience overseeing staff guidance and development, workflow optimization, performance management, and regulatory compliance.

Required Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Maintain current certifications as required
• Demonstrates responsibility for educational requirements as evidenced by reading all assigned related references, and attending all required educational meetings, or webinars, and completing annual Symplr requirements.
• Ability to motivate, lead, and develop a high-performing team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear and professional interactions with diverse audiences.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems in a timely and effective manner.
• Organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple priorities, use time efficiently, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and proficient with Electronic Health Record (EHR) and document management systems (e.g., Epic, OnBase, if applicable).
• In-depth knowledge of medical documentation requirements, health record content, and the principles of Health Information Management.
• Strong grasp of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA, HITECH Act, state medical record laws) and privacy/security standards.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate self-motivation and proactive problem-solving.
• Meticulous detail-oriented approach to ensure accuracy and compliance in all aspects of health information management.
• Proven ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, technology, and regulatory landscape.
• Commitment to maintaining strict patient confidentiality and data security.
• Demonstrates commitment to organizations five (5) priorities and Six Ground Rules
• Person in this position is required to understand, agree upon and follow our Six Ground Rules:
  • No excuses.
  • We are a team.
  • Bring up your ideas.
  • Poor performance will be addressed.
  • 'That's not my job' is not acceptable
  • Manage Up.

In addition to the above, home office employees are expected to:

• Maintain professional decorum and dress appropriately for virtual meetings
• Need to focus and manage distractions
• Protect company's information
• Strong work ethic is a must