Senior HIM Specialist

As a Senior HIM Specialist, you will perform advanced Health Information Management functions that support the integrity, accuracy, and availability of patient health records across the medical record lifecycle.

You will independently manage complex workflows, including document imaging, chart analysis, data integrity resolution, and record completion. You will serve as a resource within the HIM department and support providers and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires advanced HIM expertise, strong knowledge of HIPAA and regulatory requirements, and the ability to work independently and accurately under pressure.

Key responsibilities

• Perform advanced HIM functions including document imaging, prep, scanning, indexing, and quality review
• Analyze medical records for completeness and assign/manage deficiencies in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Investigate and resolve data integrity issues such as duplicate or unlinked medical record numbers and maintain Master Patient Index accuracy
• Process and reconcile rejected orders and support provider completion workflows
• Support and process release of information requests in compliance with regulatory standards
• Ensure adherence to HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements

Work environment

• Fast-paced hospital setting
• Works closely with providers, internal stakeholders, and HIM department staff