Health Information Management Director

About the role

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Health Information Management Director to join its dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant work experience, or a combination thereof. The position requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and a strong understanding of healthcare regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with organizational requirements.
• Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management.
• Hires, trains, evaluates, and develops staff members.
• Monitors and manages departmental budgets, ensuring compliance with allocated funding.
• Coordinates and directs internal/external audits.
• Fosters an environment that encourages professional growth and focuses on the department’s role in the continuum of care.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred.
• Applicable work experience may be used in lieu of education.
• Certifications: RHIT or RHIA.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information.
• Exhibits a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA).
• Skilled in the application of policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial protection and PTO, higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement package with company match. Employee wellness programs and ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities are also available.

Why join us

We believe investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. Comprehensive benefits include:

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial protection and PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Employee well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).
• Professional development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

The Health Information Management Director should possess a bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience. Certification as RHIT or RHIA is preferred. The role requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information is a requirement. The candidate must exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA), and be skilled in the application of policies and procedures.

More About Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital

People are our passion and purpose at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. Located in the picturesque city of Somerset, the hospital offers a modern, state-of-the-art facility with advanced services and a vibrant community. Somerset is known for its southern hospitality and abundant recreational opportunities, including a 65,000-acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline. The hospital is committed to making communities healthier and provides a supportive work environment where employees can pursue meaningful and satisfying careers.

EEOC Statement

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum.