Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.
Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives.
Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.
Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding. Coordinates and directs internal/external audits.
Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
Ensures department stays focused on their important role in the continuum of care.
Minimum Education
Associate’s degree Required or Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
RHIT certification
Required RHIA certification Preferred Registration with American Health Information Management Association
Must-Haves
Associate's degree required
HIT Certification required
Registration with American Health Information Management Association