HIM Manager

Location:
Sioux Center, IA

Worker Type:
Regular

Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)

Discover a Career of Faith and Healing:  For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus’ healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities.

A Career that You Will Love:   There’s no other way to say it: You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health.

A Chance to Make a Difference:   Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work. If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture.

Position Highlights

At Sioux Center Health, our people are the heart of everything we do. Guided by a strong mission and a commitment to exceptional care, we've built a stable, thriving organization where employees make a meaningful difference. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in the recognition we have earned. Sioux Center Health has been named a Top Workplace in Iowa, received Best of the Northwest honors in 13 categories—including Best Place to Work—and earned a Five-Star Patient Survey Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). We have also been recognized as a Chartis Top 100 Critical Access Hospital and Top Hospital in Iowa. Our Care Center has received the LeadingAge Excellence in Workplace Award, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive environment for both residents and employees. Beyond our organization, you'll find an outstanding community to call home. Sioux County was ranked #4 in the nation among the Healthiest Communities by U.S. News & World Report and CVS Health, reflecting the high quality of life and strong community values that make this region a great place to live, work, and grow.

Summary:

- The Health Information Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day functions of the HIM department including preparing information and reports and ensuring accurate and timely coding. The manager is responsible for maintaining the records and ensuring that they are completely and accurately documented, readily accessible, and systematically organized. The manager oversees a unified medical records department including inpatient and outpatient medical records and is designated by the board per the CMS conditions of participation guidelines. The manager oversees that adequate FTE is allocated to ensure all aspects of coding is accurately and timely completed.
- Managerial Responsibilities: Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this department. Carries out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; timecard approval, appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Departmental Supervision:

- HIM

Education and/or Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in health information administration or Associate Degree in Health Information Technology preferred. Must be knowledgeable in ICD-10 and CPT coding; Health Information practices including medical record ethics, classification and nomenclature; the state and federal regulations applicable to the Medical Staff and Health Information Department. Prior related work experience preferred.

Certificate, Licenses, Registrations:

- Certified Coding accreditation from AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) in one of the following: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). If not certified or registered, required to obtain certification or registration within one year of employment.

Essential Functions:

- Directs and coordinates the health information functions for the hospital, clinic, long term care and related departments. Ensure timely coding, manage quality, accuracy and productivity, with adequate FTE allocation for manageable workloads for both HIM and coding staff.
- Assists with the review and establishment of operating policies and procedures for the department. Recommend policies and methods to ensure that the most accurate and efficient processes are utilized.
- Assists with the submission of the budget, which will reflect anticipated revenue/expenditures. Analyzes financial results monthly and annually.
- Communicates frequently with the staff and reports feedback to the Senior Leader.
- Oversee the accuracy and integrity of health records and any discrepancies or deficient medical records. Timely release of records that are legally compliant.
- Prepares and analyzes required monthly stats, quality dashboards and any other required reports.
- Runs reports requested by hospital staff.
- Maintains physician information in MIS dictionary for e-signatures
- Monitors physician deficiencies by reports. Provide updates and education for providers regarding coding changes and processes.
- Manage and maintain good relationships with contracted vendors to ensure they are informed and meet quality and productivity standards.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.