DIRECTOR OF HIM FOR PROFIT HOSPITAL HIM Management experience is REQUIRED! This is an ONSITE position Salary range: $100113K eligible for up to a 10 bonus plus relocation assistance This 100 bed healthcare facility located within 2 hrs of Great Smoky Mountains area of TN within an hour of Knoxville and Chattanooga has a need for a HIM Director to join their team. The Director oversees CDI and HIM clerks 5 FTEs); not responsible for overseeing the Coders.
HIM experience required. Knowledge and enforcing of regulatory standards for CMS JCAHO as they regard to hospitals.
Will serve as the Privacy Officer for both hospitals and the nursing home. Daily followup is required. Investigation of any complaints that are HIPPA related.
This position is onsite as the staff need a physical leader in the department with them to be a resource to the staff as things happen.
Strong knowledge of CDI. Hold meetings with Providers regarding where patients are at DRG assignments etc.
Recent Coding and DRG experience background is needed.
AREAS OF RESPONSILBILITIES
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.
Serves as facility privacy officer.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education High School Diploma or equivalent Required
Working knowledge of Chartwise
Required Licenses TNCoder Health Information Current RHIT or RHIA Certification Required
Minimum Work Experience Two years of HIM Management Experience in a Hospital Setting Required
Preferred: 34 years of experience in a for profit hospital.
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