HIM COORDINATOR

Job Description

Job Description

NOTE: This position is currently filled. However, it is the policy of Freedom Behavioral to continue to take applications so that we can ensure there is no disruption in patient care if a vacancy occurs.

MEDICAL RECORD EXPERIANCE PERSONEL, COME JOING OUR TEAM!!

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Plainview, Texas is a 20 bed, acute geriatric psych facility located in Plainview. We are looking for an experienced  HIM/Biller Coordinator . Preference given to previous geriatric psych experience, able to work independently as well ability to work alongside others on team development and team training are all key qualities for this position. 

HIM Coordinator will be responsible for successful maintenance of patient records and organizational and administrative operation of the HIM Department. They will have the responsibility for operational aspects of department as well serve as resource for facility regarding medical record content and regulatory requirements. Assures availability of the medical records at all times. Assures duties are done in accordance with facility policies and procedures, Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations and QAPI standards. 

Required education: High school diploma  

License: None required; RHIA experience helpful

Experience: 

This role works independently thus requires a self-sufficient individual with high level of trust and skills  

-   Health Information Management of  department functions (preferably 6 months to 1 year experience; preferably with psychiatric knowledge/experience)

-   Medical Billing experience (preferably 6 months to 1 year)

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Plainview, Texas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Freedom Behavioral is actively responding to the COVID crisis through temperature checks, PPE, masks required at all times, social distancing of staff and patients, and screening protocols. We offer remote interviewing for candidates. We care about the safety of our patients and staff!