HIM Tech Lead

Hourly Pay Range

$24.86 - $37.29 - hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

• Position: HIM Tech Lead
• Location:
  
  Warrenville, IL
• Full Time
• Hours:
  
  Monday-Friday Onsite, [hours and flexible work schedules]

The Health Information Management Technician Lead is responsible for leading a team of health information management technicians on a day-to-day basis. This role involves overseeing the operations of the HIM team and being able to assist with staff questions and to cover positions, when needed.

• Supervise, train, and provide guidance to a team of health information management technicians.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members, ensuring efficient and accurate performance of duties.
• Oversee the organization, updating, and maintenance of physical and electronic patient health records, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage requests for medical records from authorized individuals, ensuring compliance with patient privacy laws (HIPAA).
• Oversee the preparation and release of medical records to healthcare providers, patients, legal entities, and government agencies as required.
• Stay informed about and ensure adherence to health information management regulations, including HIPAA and other relevant standards.
• Assist with internal and external audits to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Utilize Endeavor Health’s EMR to maintain and retrieve electronic health records.
• Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of electronic health record systems, providing support and expertise to team members.

• Education:
  
  Bachelors Degree Health Information Management Preferred or Bachelors Degree Health Administration Preferred
• Experience:
  
  At least 3 years experience in a health information management or related role.
• Certification/License:
  Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Preferred

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities

EOE:
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.