OUR MISSION

All of us, for each of you, every time.

OUR VISION

Together, serving as the trusted regional healthcare partner.

OUR VALUES

Listen~Love~Respect~Excel~Innovate

POSITION SUMMARY

The Health Information Management (HIM) Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the hospital’s Health Information Management and medical records functions. Oversees the integrity, accuracy, security, accessibility, and timely management of patient health information in compliance with federal and state regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies. The Director oversees medical records, coding and clinical documentation, release of information, data integrity, information governance, record retention, privacy, and regulatory compliance. The role serves as a key HIM resource to executive leadership, medical staff, clinical departments, Quality, Compliance, IT, Revenue Cycle, and other organizational partners. Monitors departmental performance, regulatory compliance, and key performance indicators while identifying opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency. Develops and manages departmental budgets, staffing, and performance while fostering a culture of accountability, service, and continuous improvement. Serves as a subject matter expert on health information regulations, privacy, documentation, and medical record requirements. Promotes the secure and effective use of health information to support quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and the financial health of Samaritan.

HIPAA Privacy Officer

Oversees the organization’s HIPAA Privacy Program, including privacy policy implementation, workforce education, complaint and incident investigation, compliance monitoring, breach-response coordination, and ongoing guidance to professionals on the appropriate use and disclosure of PHI.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/CORE COMPETENCIES/LEADERSHIP PILLARS

• Relational Leadership: Make positive effective relationships a priority.
• Strategic: Champions of the vision and strategies of Samaritan.
• Operations: Effectively oversees and directs day-to-day operations.
• Human Resources: Inspires employees and creates a work environment of open communication, respect, teamwork and accountability.
• Finance: Responsible for Samaritan overall financial health by consistently and proactively managing productivity and cost containment for department.
• Performance Improvement, Safety and Service: Inspires and assures an environment that engages staff in performance improvement, patient safety and service to others.
• Technical / Professional Knowledge: Achieve and maintain a level of knowledge/competence in areas of responsibility to effectively and safely perform all of their duties and responsibilities; keeping abreast of current trends and development.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, Business or related field is required.
• Certification: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) is required. Other certification such as RHIT, CSS, CPC, CCS-P or HIM are preferred.
• Experience: 5-7 years of previous management experience. Experience in acute care healthcare setting preferred. 7-10 years of previous experience in Health Information Management and Electronic Health Records (EHR), electronic health systems and applications used to capture, maintain and utilize Patient Health Information.

As a Samaritan professional, you will be asked to commit to being part of a culture grounded in our Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategy that brings service and operational excellence to life each day while creating an exceptional experience for our patients, professionals, physicians, and students. Additionally, how we present ourselves matters, and adherence to our Professional Appearance Policy reflects the pride, respect, and professionalism we bring to those we serve.