HIM Lead (RHIA/RHIT Cert)

Job description

Job Summary The Health Information Management (HIM) Lead oversees daily HIM operations and supports process improvement initiatives within the department. This position is responsible for training new team members, monitoring quality and productivity, and assisting with assigned HIM workflows such as chart reconciliation, electronic health record (EHR) task queues, unbilled account resolution, and physician documentation deficiencies. The HIM Lead ensures compliance with organizational standards, regulatory guidelines, and supports the HIM leadership team in driving operational excellence. Essential Functions: - Provides training, orientation, and ongoing support for new and existing HIM staff on departmental processes and systems. - Monitors daily workflows and key performance indicators for assigned HIM functions (e.g., chart reconciliation, prepping/scanning, task queues, unbilled accounts). - Identifies process gaps or performance issues and partners with HIM leadership to develop and implement corrective action plans. - Assists with HIM department operations and performs tasks as needed to ensure workflow continuity. - Tracks and reports productivity and quality metrics to HIM...