Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Austin, TX, as a Veterans Health Information Management Specialist. You'll play a critical role in safeguarding and optimizing sensitive veteran healthcare data while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. This position offers competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to serve those who served our nation.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain electronic health records (EHR) systems in compliance with HIPAA and VA policies
- Implement data governance frameworks for veteran healthcare information security
- Train clinical staff on health information management best practices
- Conduct audits to ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance
- Collaborate with IT teams on system upgrades and security enhancements
- Develop reports on health information usage and analytics
- Coordinate disaster recovery plans for critical health data systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or related field
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification required
- Minimum 3 years experience in healthcare data management
- Expertise in EHR systems (e.g., Cerner, Epic)
- Knowledge of federal healthcare regulations (HIPAA, VA directives)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain federal security clearance