Manager - HIM Operations

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital.  This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.

Some roles may be based outside of our Colorado office (remote-only positions). Roles based outside of our primary office can sit in any of the following states: AZ, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, KS, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC, NJ, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, and WI. Please only apply if you are able to live and work primarily in one of the states listed above. State locations and specifics are subject to change as our hiring requirements shift.   About the opportunity:

The HIM (Health Information Manager) is accountable for ensuring quality services across those applicable areas, including release of information (ROI), document imaging, chart management/analysis, chart completion (includes provider escalation) and delinquency processes, Data Integrity, birth certificates, transcription support, record retrieval, record retention and project management. Plans work, organizes resources, motivates and monitors staff performance, and contributes to the overall budget planning and control for the Department.

  What you will do:

1. Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates work of assigned employees to ensure HIM production and quality standards consistently meet customer needs and service level agreements. Responsible for HIM operations staff with recruitment, hiring, training/education, performance metrics measurement, evaluation, planning (corrective action) and/or termination in consultation with Human Resources, where appropriate. Mentors/coaches and develops staff, serving as a role model and primary resource.
2. Approves department expenses and is responsible for budgeting activities as directed by the Director of HIM.
3. Assists internal customers with navigation through educational initiatives.
4. Responsible for development of site/service goals in collaboration with the HIM Director
5. Develops area/team specific policies and procedures to ensure/support quality Vail Health HIM services
6. The Manager plans, develops, organizes, and coordinates all HIM functions to ensure proper maintenance and processing of medical records, associated risk management, audit, legal or other regulatory activities.
7. Participates in various hospital/physician committees, including chairing the Forms Committee 8. Facilitates clinical practice internships with HIM program students.
8. Identifies and attends training and educational programs conducive to professional growth.
9. Arranges for routine in-service options for HIM operations staff and shares policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance.
10. Routinely abides by standards of professional and ethical conduct as defined by CMS, AHIMA, and the professional organization from which the incumbent is certified and/or credentialed.
11. Role Models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
13. Must be HIPAA compliant

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.   What you will need:   Experience:

• Skills, knowledge, and abilities typically gained through 5+ years of related experience, including supervisory or management level experience, in Health Information Management or similar setting.

License(s):

• N/A

Certification(s):

• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) required.

Computer / Typing:

• Use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse and experience with basic Microsoft Office applications, required. Must possess the computer skills necessary to complete work assignments, online learning requirements for job specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. Use of number pad on keyboard preferred.
• Ability to search resources and/or Internet to locate CMS and other regulatory websites for requirements and guidelines is required.

Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.   Education:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in health information technology required.

 

The posted salary ran