Health Information Management Director  
Salary: $137,000 – $163,000 + $10,000 signing bonus  
Location: Los Alamos, NM (On-site)  
Employment Type: Full-Time  
Work Type: In-Person  
Relocation: None  
Visa Sponsorship: Not supported 
 
Benefits  
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, paid time off and family leave, 401(k) with company match, tuition and certification assistance, and wellness and mental health programs 
 
Qualifications: 
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience  
Certifications: RHIT or RHIA required 
 
Experience:  
Minimum of five years of experience supporting senior leadership or managing HIM operations  
Experience with project management tools and managing competing priorities  
Experience supporting audits, documentation processes, and compliance initiatives  
Experience with board or committee support and virtual meeting coordination preferred  
Healthcare or public sector experience preferred 
 
Must-Haves: 
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience  
RHIT or RHIA certification  
Ability to reside in or relocate to Los Alamos, NM within 45 days  
Strong knowledge of healthcare regulatory compliance including HIPAA 
 
Nice-To-Haves: 
Prior experience in an acute care setting  
Experience training and developing staff, including performance management and corrective action 
 
Job Description: 
Our client is seeking a Health Information Management Director to serve as a key leader responsible for overseeing all HIM operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and maintaining the integrity and accuracy of patient health information. This role is both strategic and hands-on, supporting organizational objectives while driving operational excellence across the department. 

The Director will be responsible for directing departmental activities and resources, developing and implementing goals, plans, and standards aligned with clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements. This includes oversight of patient care documentation, information technologies, service levels, and complaint management to achieve performance and quality outcomes. 

Responsibilities include planning and monitoring staffing activities such as hiring, orientation, performance evaluation, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives. The Director will also prepare, monitor, and evaluate departmental budgets and ensure operations remain within allocated funding. 

This role requires coordination and oversight of internal and external audits, fostering a professional environment that encourages growth, and ensuring the department remains aligned with its critical role in the continuum of care. The Director will maintain regular and reliable attendance and perform additional duties as needed. 

Additional responsibilities include working with internal and external stakeholders including staff, patients, vendors, and partners, while handling sensitive and confidential information. A strong understanding of healthcare regulatory compliance, including HIPAA, is requ red along with the ability to apply policies and procedures effectively. 

Supervisory responsibilities include managing staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, performance management, and administering corrective actions to ensure quality standards are met. 

Skills and Abilities: 
Strong analytical and mathematical skills with the ability to interpret data and support decision-making  
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and healthcare-related systems  
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to handle complex and sensitive situations  
Ability to manage multiple priorities, solve complex problems, and make independent decisions  
Strong organizational and project management skills 
 
EEOC 
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.  

 

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