Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Health Information Management Specialist in Philadelphia. This critical role ensures the integrity, security, and accessibility of veterans' health records while supporting VA's mission to provide exceptional care. You'll work in a dynamic environment leveraging cutting-edge health IT systems to improve healthcare delivery for our nation's heroes.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and audit electronic health records (EHR) in compliance with HIPAA and VA regulations
- Implement health information management policies and quality improvement initiatives
- Train staff on EHR systems and documentation standards
- Oversee health data privacy and security protocols
- Analyze health information workflows to optimize operational efficiency
- Collaborate with clinical teams on data integrity and documentation accuracy
- Support compliance with federal health information regulations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or related field
- RHIA or RHIT certification required
- Minimum 3 years health information management experience
- Proficiency in EHR systems (e.g., VistA, Epic)
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA and healthcare privacy laws
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain VA security clearance