Health Information Technician

Working Title:

Health Information Technician Job Class:
Medical Records Technician 1 Agency:
Direct Care and Treatment

• Job
• Location:
  
  Anoka
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Temporary
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/12/2026
• Closing Date: 09/21/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Anoka Metro Trt Ctr AFSCME
• Division/Unit: DCTSSVS / DCT HIMS Record Management
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday
  - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $24.02 - $33.86 / hourly; $50,153 - $70,699 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: HIMS
• End Date: approximately 6 months after start date
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our HIMS (Health Information Management Systems) Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Medical Records Technician! This position will respond to requests for release of information from the medical record ensuring data privacy rules, state and federal statutes are met and provide EHR training to new staff.

• Manage, maintain, and retrieve patient health information as required for authorizations, court orders, and subpoenas following data privacy rules, state and federal statutes.
• Provide Intro to Avatar training for new staff, interns, and others needing access to Avatar.

The following information must be clearly demonstrated on the applicant's resume and/or application:

• Completion of a medical records program from an accredited institution AND eligibility for accreditation from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
• Eligibility for accreditation means completion of required coursework and awaiting certification OR certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).

• Experience working with various software including Electronic Health Record Systems.
• Experience with medical terminology.
• Knowledge of hospital systems and workflow.
• Knowledge and experience with quality improvement or patient safety.
• Knowledge of HIPAA Privacy Rule.
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS
- The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is a highly specialized behavioral health system operated by the State of Minnesota. DCT operates treatment programs, residential and vocational services for people with serious mental illness, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and more.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic…