Director of HIM (Fully Onsite)

Job Summary

This position is fully onsite in Key West, FL. Relocation assistance is an option.

About the Role

The Director, Health Information Management (HIM) is responsible for the overall development, management, and operational success of the HIM department. This role oversees key HIM functions, including Unbilled/Revenue Cycle, Master Patient Index (MPI), Medical Record Imaging and Chart Management, Forms, and Release of Information (ROI).

Responsibilities

• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Monitors and reports incomplete and delinquent medical records, ensuring timely completion and communicating findings to hospital leadership and appropriate committees.
• Tracks, monitors, and reports Health Information Management (HIM) Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including Operative Reports, History and Physicals, Delinquency Rate, and Scanning Turnaround Time; leads targeted action plans for improvement.
• Oversees timely discharge record processing to ensure prompt record availability for continuity of care, chart completion, and coding.
• Serves as chair or co-chair of the Facility Forms Committee, ensuring consistency, standardization, and version control of all clinical and administrative forms.
• Coordinates Master Patient Index (MPI) integrity activities, including duplicate resolution, patient identity management, and demographic data validation.
• Oversees medical record imaging and chart management functions, ensuring timely scanning, indexing, and quality assurance of electronic health records.
• Partners with the Facility Privacy Officer (FPO) to monitor and support Release of Information (ROI) processes, safeguarding compliance with HIPAA and state-specific privacy regulations.
• Collaborates with IT and EHR support teams to identify and resolve system issues impacting data integrity, record accessibility, or HIM workflows.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• Three to five (3-5) years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required.
• Three to five (3-5) years of previous leadership experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.

Skills

• RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician required or RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator required.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
Matching 401(k)

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD