Best Practices, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Establish Priorities, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Information Management, Healthcare, Healthcare Administration, High School Diploma, Hospital, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Maintain Compliance, Medical Record System, Medical Records, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Patient Confidentiality, Procedure Development, Quality Control, Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Regulations, Team Player, Telephone Skills, Time Management
About the Opportunity
The Staff Pad has partnered with a respected hospital in beautiful Las Vegas, New Mexico to hire a dedicated PRN Health Information Management (HIM) Technician. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a detail-oriented environment and wants to play a vital role in supporting quality patient care behind the scenes.
As an HIM Technician, you’ll help ensure patient medical records are accurate, secure, and accessible while supporting the daily operations of the Health Information Management department. If you are passionate about organization, confidentiality, and healthcare operations, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative hospital setting.
What You'll Do
- Maintain, organize, and file patient medical records in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
- Retrieve and distribute medical records to authorized personnel in a timely manner
- Review records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance using established quality control procedures
- Scan, index, and upload documentation into electronic health record (EHR) systems
- Process medical record requests while ensuring compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality regulations
- Respond to phone calls, inquiries, and departmental requests with professionalism and urgency
- Support daily HIM operations to help ensure seamless patient care coordination
- Stay informed on evolving HIM regulations, policies, and industry best practices
What We Are Looking For
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Additional coursework or training in Health Information Management or healthcare administration is a plus
Experience
- Previous experience in health information management, medical records, or a healthcare administrative setting preferred
- Experience working with electronic health record (EHR) systems strongly valued
Certifications and Licenses
- RHIT, RHIA, or related HIM certifications are a plus, but not required
Skills & Attributes
- Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality standards
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Comfortable using office technology and EHR Systems
What You Can Expect
- The opportunity to make a direct impact on patient care and healthcare operations
- A collaborative and supportive hospital environment
- Meaningful work that helps protect the integrity and security of patient health information
- Professional growth opportunities within the healthcare administration and HIM
- The chance to join a mission-driven team serving the local community in Las Vegas, New Mexico
If you are looking for a rewarding healthcare career where your attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality truly matter, we encourage you to apply today.