What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Health Information Management position at Arkansas Department Of Human Services?
Functional Job Title: Director, Health Information Management
Official Job Title: DHS DMS MEDICAL ASSISTANCE MANAGER
Date: Oct 3, 2024
Req ID: 43812
Location: Little Rock, AR, US, 72005
Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Anticipated Starting Salary: $56,039.00
Position Number: 22148272
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 11/18/2024
Anticipated Starting Salary: $56,039.00
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Job Duties: This position will serve as the Director of Health Information Management (HIM), at the Arkansas State Hospital, and will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the HIM Department. This position ensures all HIM practices will comply with Joint Commission and other regulatory oversight agencies. The Director of HIM oversees budgeting, quality improvement, staff hiring, and evaluations.
Preferred Qualifications:
At least three years' experience in an acute care facility with experience directly related to Health Information Management. At least one year experience working with hospital based electronic medical records.
Must have Registered Health Information Management or Registered Health Information Administration certification. Experience working with coding staff and Continuous Documentation Integrity (CDI) nursing. Previous management/supervisor experience
The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.
Position Information
Class Code: L010C
Grade: GS10
FLSA Status: EXEMPT
Salary Range: $56,039.00 - $89,383.00
Summary
The Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Medical Services (DMS) Medical Assistance Manager is responsible for administering managed care program activities and maintaining the approved state plan and all pertinent documentation regarding the service delivery of the state Medicaid program. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.FunctionsProvides administrative support to all staff by assisting in assigned duties and reviewing for accuracy and deadline compliance. Ensures promulgation of Medicaid policy, by posting the appropriate ads in the newspaper in time to meet the 30 day public comment period, and coordinates and prepares policy for filing with the Administrative Rules and Regulations Committee of the Arkansas Legislative Council. Serves as the primary contact person to the general public, provider community, DMS, and sister state agencies. Complies and maintains staff personnel and attendance records. Organizes, arranges, and attends, when necessary, training, conferences, seminars, and meetings. Makes recommendations to ensure process improvements and time and budget efficiencies. Provides support in word processing, hiring, office policy, and procedure. Performs other duties as assigned.
Dimensions None
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of administrative office management. Knowledge of business English, spelling, and punctuation. Knowledge of basic health terminology. Ability to supervise a small staff of clerical employees. Ability to compile information into report form. Ability to make recommendations on administrative office needs. Ability to operate office equipment. Ability to communicate in oral and written form.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in social work, public administration, general business, or a related field; plus four years of experience in social service programs, general business, or a related field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.LicensesNone
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $56,040.00 - $89,385.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $56,039 - $89,383