What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Information Manager position at Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Leesville?
FREEDOM BEHAVIORAL IS NOW PROVIDING SERVICES IN LEESVILLE, LA!
We are excited to extend services in this area to those in need! The Freedom Team puts patient care first by driving processes to ensure quality and compliance. We have an energetic, motivated leadership team implementing exciting new changes. Our team strives to nurture and elevate the talents of all employees. If you want to be a part of a growing team impacting the lives of others, apply now! We are looking forward to adding members to our team!
Health Information Manager is responsible for successful maintenance of patient records and organizational and administrative operation of the Health Information Management Department. Manages the responsibility for operational aspects of department. Serves as resource for facility regarding medical record content and regulatory requirements. Always assures availability of the medical records per hospital policy. Assure Physician/LIP credentialing/recredentialing per company policy and procedure. Assures duties are done in accordance with facility policies and procedures, JCAHO, federal and state regulations, and QAPI standards.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education: High school diploma with additional training in Health Information Management department functions (i.e. certified health information management technician or other such certification or training). CPR Required.
License: State of Practice. If applicable
Experience: At least 1-year supervisory experience and 3 years as an HIM Manager or an equivalent role. Psychiatric HIM experience is preferred to adequately perform duties in this position.
