HIM Senior Manager

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

JOB SUMMARY:Assists the Administrative Director of Health Management Information (HIM), Coding and CDI in managing, coordinating, and supervising the daily operations of HIM which includes functions such as Release of Information (ROI), Medical Records Indexing, Birth and Death Certifications, and Medical Records Documentation (paper/electronic). Directly manages ROI Specialist, Birth Certificate Registrar, HIM Clerks, Sr. HIM Clerks, HIM Analyst II, Data Integrity Specialist I, and Data Integrity Specialist II. Ensures all Medical Records activities are compliant and meet government and non-government healthcare guidelines, rules and regulations. Monitors and implements appropriate process changes and policies and procedures to ensure Departmental functions are carried out in a timely, accurate, efficient, and customer service oriented manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1.Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: Bachelor's degree in business or related field.

High School diploma or GED and 9 years experience in Medical Records environment.;

Associate's Degree in HIM and 7 years experience in Medical Records environment and RHIA or RHIT;

2.Work Experience (Years and Area):5 years healthcare experience in Medical Records environment, Release of Information healthcare facility or related area.

3.Management Experience (Years and Area):5 years supervisory / management experience

4.Equipment Operated and Essential Skills:Personal Computer, Microsoft Office applications. EMR

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1.Communication Skills:

Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contract)

Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking)

Writing /Composing (Correspondence / Reports )

2. Other Skills:

Analytical Mathematics P.C Statistical Word Proc

3. Advanced Education:

Advance TrainingSpecialty: EMR-electronic medical record system

Bachelor's Degree Major: Bachelor's degree in business or related field

4. Work Schedule: Flexible

5. Other Requirements:Must be able to interact successfully in a culturally diverse environment.

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