Job Description
Join the mission to serve our nation's heroes as a Federal Health Information Management Specialist in Raleigh, NC. This contract position offers competitive weekly pay while supporting critical healthcare operations at the VA Medical Center. Enjoy the stability of federal work with the flexibility of contract employment, plus comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and audit electronic health records (EHR) systems for compliance with federal regulations
- Coordinate medical documentation release procedures following HIPAA and VA guidelines
- Analyze healthcare data trends to support quality improvement initiatives
- Train staff on health information management best practices
- Collaborate with clinical teams to optimize health information workflows
- Ensure accurate coding and classification of medical diagnoses
- Manage privacy and security protocols for sensitive veteran health data
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or related field
- RHIT or RHIA certification required
- Minimum 3 years' experience with EHR systems (Epic/Cerner preferred)
- Knowledge of HIPAA, VA directives, and healthcare privacy laws
- Experience with medical coding (ICD-10/CPT) and data analytics
- Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance
- Strong attention to detail with documentation management skills