Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Health Information Management Specialist in Harrisburg, PA. Shape the future of veteran healthcare data integrity while working in a mission-driven environment. This critical role ensures seamless electronic health record management for Pennsylvania's veteran population.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and audit electronic health records (EHR) systems for HIPAA compliance
- Implement health data classification and retention policies
- Train staff on health information management best practices
- Oversee data migration projects across VA facilities
- Conduct quality audits of health documentation
- Coordinate with IT teams on system upgrades
- Develop departmental data security protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or related field
- RHIA or RHIT certification required
- 3+ years EHR system management experience
- Familiarity with VA VistA system preferred
- Expertise in HIPAA and healthcare privacy regulations
- Project management certification (PMP) desired
- Strong analytical and documentation skills