Medical Records Director Non Nurse/HIM This is NOT a remote position

**Position Summary:** * The Medical Records Director (Non\-Nurse) maintains the patients’ clinical records, including coding, auditing, and providing pertinent staff education regarding recordkeeping procedures in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Serves as the designated Privacy Officer for the facility. * Reports to Executive Director (ED) **Education, Experience, and Licensure/Certifications:** * Bachelor’s degree OR an equivalent combination of education and experience * Credentialed as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) OR as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) OR have a degree in a health related field with extensive training and demonstrated competence in the HIM field * Training in post\-acute care health information management **Specific Requirements:** * Demonstrate knowledge of State and Federal legal requirements relating to documentation, confidentiality, and legal issues pertaining to health information * Demonstrate efficient usage of complex computer software systems * Functional knowledge in field of practice * Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action * Knowledgeable of medical records practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing medical records functions in the post\-acute care facility * Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the medical records department * Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: medical coding, auditing, clinical records, privacy official responsibilities, supervisory responsibilities, patient rights, and safety and sanitation * Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information * Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures * Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code