Job Description
Join the Veterans Affairs Administration in Nashville as a Federal Health Information Technician and enjoy weekly pay with competitive benefits. You'll manage electronic health records (EHR) systems, ensuring compliance with federal privacy regulations (HIPAA) and VA protocols. This role offers stability, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to serve our nation's veterans.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and update patient health records using VA EHR systems
- Ensure data accuracy and compliance with federal healthcare regulations
- Coordinate with clinical teams to resolve documentation discrepancies
- Implement records retention and destruction policies per federal guidelines
- Train staff on EHR systems and privacy protocols
- Conduct audits for regulatory compliance
- Generate reports for quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Health Information Technology or related field
- 2+ years of EHR system experience (Epic/Cerner preferred)
- Certified Health Information Technician (RHIT) credential
- Familiarity with HIPAA and federal healthcare privacy laws
- Strong attention to detail and data integrity skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain VA security clearance
- Proficiency in MS Office and database management