<span>Health Information Manager - Centre Ave. Health &amp; Rehab</span>

$35,360 - $43,680/Yr

Columbine Health Systems - Fort Collins, CO

Full-time - Entry Level

Fort Collins, CO

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Health Information Manager at Centre Ave. Health & Rehab is responsible for overseeing the management of health information systems, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading a team of Health Information Management Assistants and Clerks. This role emphasizes leadership, quality improvement, and collaboration with clinical and billing staff to maintain accurate medical records and coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Display leadership by fostering positive relationships and participating in educational opportunities.
• Supervise and manage Health Information Management Assistants and/or Clerks, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees.
• Direct work and performance management processes, addressing complaints and resolving challenges professionally.
• Assign and sequence ICD-10 codes, audit census and medical records, and manage active/discharged charts.
• Fulfill information requests and coordinate provider document signatures.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA guidelines and privacy policies while serving as Privacy Officer.
• Conduct educational programs related to health information management.
• Work with clinical and billing staff on audits and manage document requests/releases.
• Purge records as appropriate and perform other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator.
• Support quality improvement by adhering to processes and using quality tools.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in health information management/medical records.
• Experience in ICD-10 coding or willingness to learn is preferred.
• Knowledge of regulations, payment systems, and professional standards for health information in long-term care is preferred.
• RHIT, RHIA, or ICD-10 coding certificate is a plus.
• Proficiency in medical coding (e.g., ICD-10), chart audits, and managing electronic health records (EHRs).
• Ability to ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and healthcare privacy standards.
• Ability to monitor data quality, perform audits, and identify areas for improvement.
• Strong skills in coordinating with clinical staff, billing teams, and providers.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in long-term care/rehab settings.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Commitment to patient-focused care.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Employer paid LTD & GTL with AD&D
• Voluntary benefit offerings
• Free healthcare clinics for covered employees
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Discounts at pharmacy and medical equipment stores