Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Health Information Management, this role supports the management of a health record program and related medical record administration and health information services within the VA.
The position works collaboratively with the local Charge Services team to develop, execute, and implement policies and procedures related to charge and workload capture and reconciliation. The incumbent applies knowledge of medical coding, reimbursement methodologies, medical and procedural terminology, and VA health records policies and procedures.
This is a developmental technical specialist position in health information management, with responsibilities that include improving health information processes, supporting compliance, participating in facility committees, and assisting with training programs and materials for billing and coding guidelines.
Basic requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Three years of creditable experience in medical records, health records management, health information systems, medical records procedures, medical coding, or related administrative/legal healthcare requirements; or
- A bachelor's degree or higher in health information management, or a related degree with at least 24 semester hours in health information management/health information technology; or
- An equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Certification is required for appointment in the GS-0669 series: Coding Certification through AHIMA or AAPC, HIM Certification through AHIMA, or Health Data Analyst Certification through AHIMA.
Grade-level qualifications for GS-11
- One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, or qualifying graduate education.
- Demonstrated ability to:
- Use performance and process improvement techniques to develop and implement solutions in health information management.
- Advise management and staff on health record documentation requirements and health information management practices.
- Plan, evaluate, monitor, and recommend changes to health information processes, policies, and procedures.
- Assess compliance with legal, ethical, regulatory, and accrediting requirements.
- Acquire, manage, analyze, interpret, and transform data into accurate and meaningful information.
Other conditions
- Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
- Subject to background/security investigation.
- Must pass a pre-employment physical.
- Seasonal influenza vaccination is required for VA health care personnel.
Compensation and work arrangement
- Recruitment and relocation incentives are authorized.
- Full-time, permanent appointment.
- Federal employee benefits package available.
- Annual leave accrual may be credited based on prior experience or military service, if approved.
Additional notes
- The position is in the Excepted Service.
- Telework is not available and this is not a virtual position.
Location
Michigan, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Salary Range
$82,372 - $107,090
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
3 weeks ago