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DIRECTOR - HIM OPS/PRIVACY OFFICER - WEST HENDERSON HOSPITAL (FULL-TIME)

The Valley Health System, Las Vegas, NV, USA

Pay: 125.000

Job type: Full Time


The Valley Health System has expanded into an integrated health network that serves more than two million people in Southern Nevada. Starting with Valley Hospital Medical Center, the system now includes Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Valley Health Specialty Hospital, and West Henderson Hospital.

Responsibilities

Responsible for planning, organizing, controlling, coordinating and following up on all activities in the Health Information Management Department. Serves as the Facility Privacy Officer (FPO) and is responsible for the development and implementation of the VHS Privacy & Security Policies/Procedures for the Facility; oversees compliance with the Privacy Rule including the implementation and oversight of the HIPAA Privacy program at the Facility.

Qualifications

Education: Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management or a related field recommended.

Experience: Minimum of five years in a Health Information Management Department; previous supervisory experience preferred. Prefer an applicant with formal training and knowledge of the Privacy Rule and HIPAA Privacy program.

Other: Demonstrated knowledge of HIM procedures.

Technical Skills

  • Computer proficiency including exposure to an electronic medical record (EMR) and voice recognition system
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint

License/Certification

RHIA or RHIT; in lieu of certification, will accept an applicant currently enrolled in an accredited program with an anticipated completion date and meeting qualifications to sit for the RHIT or RHIA examination upon completion.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive education and training center
  • Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
  • Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans (K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • Career opportunities within VHS and UHS
  • Subsidies
  • Challenging and rewarding work environment

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and openly support and fully commit to the recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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