Overview:

Serves as Administrative Coordinator for HIM Department. Applies knowledge of HIM to independently lead and complete special projects assigned by Director. Participates in on-going medical record reviews; identifies opportunities for improvement in documentation. Assists with budget preparation and monitors compliance. Coordinates department purchasing, accounts payable, and personnel activities. Participate in contract negotiations. Creates and maintains department newsletter and website.

Qualifications:

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Associate degree in Health Information management, Healthcare Administration, Business or related major and one year or more of administrative, office manager or relevant work experience. May substitute relevant experience for education on a year-by-year basis. In addition, if the candidate has no degree, an additional year of relevant experience is required.

Excellent knowledge of Health Information Management and personal computers are required. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Able to handle special projects independently, lead meetings and represent HIM Department professionally. Ability to coordinate workflow, prioritize tasks and responsibilities. Must have demonstrated strong analytical abilities, problem solving and independent decision making skills, ability to work under pressure for an extended period of time. Demonstrated initiative, proven ability to deal with sensitive issues. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:

Employees in this position:

Will operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose as a 'non-frequent driver'

NOTE: A frequent driver is defined as one who uses his/her personal or Shands automobile

a) at least once daily, b) at least five individual trips per week or c) drives, on average, over 150 miles per week in the performance of his/her job.

Please indicate the appropriate operator designation on the Request for Personnel (RFP) form at the time a RFP is submitted to post the position.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Prefer RHIA or RHIT