We are seeking an innovative leader! The HIM operations Program Director is responsible for the strategic planning, direction, and execution of Health Information Management (HIM) innovation, technology, analytics, and enterprise program operations across a complex, multi-facility, multi-state health system. Leads the evaluation, procurement, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of HIM-centric systems and applications; directs large-scale projects and operational transformation initiatives; and provides enterprise data analysis and performance reporting to support strategic and operational decision-making. Collaborates with senior leadership, HIM and Coding leaders, clinical departments, Information Technology, Finance, Legal, Compliance, Privacy, and other stakeholders to harmonize and optimize HIM functions, improve quality and efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and achieve organizational goals.
Qualifications:- Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management, Health Informatics, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field (Required).
- Master's Degree in Health Information Management, Health Informatics, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field (Preferred).
- 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in Health Information Management or Healthcare Administration, including leadership, program/project management, systems implementation, analytics, or operational management experience in a highly automated healthcare environment (Required).
- Experience in a large academic medical center and/or complex multi-facility health system (Preferred).
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA) (Preferred).
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project/program management certification, Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), and/or Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP) (Preferred).
- Depending on individual position assignment, additional certifications may be required.
- Advanced knowledge of HIM operations, Coding operations, health information systems, information governance, project/program management, data analytics, financial analysis, business planning, and continuous process improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to define and implement organizational strategy and solve complex strategic and cross-functional problems involving regulatory requirements, technology, operational workflows, industry trends, and organizational priorities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of concepts, practices, policies, and regulatory requirements related to Health Information Management, privacy, record integrity, documentation, coding, and health information technology.
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent, large-scale organizational programs with substantial operational, financial, technology, and enterprise impact.
- High level of analytical ability to evaluate complex information, identify relationships and risks, assess alternatives, develop recommendations, and maintain data integrity and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, facilitation, negotiation, and relationship-management skills, with an emphasis on confidentiality, tact, diplomacy, and executive-level communication.
- Ability to work independently, navigate rapidly changing situations, manage competing priorities and deadlines, lead change, and adapt to technological and operational advancements.
- Demonstrated ability to build collaborative multidisciplinary teams; mentor and develop staff; manage conflict; and influence leaders and stakeholders across organizational boundaries.
What We Offer:You can become a part of our diverse healthcare leadership team and enjoy extensive benefits with a variety of opportunities for personal and professional growth. From academic medical centers to local community hospitals, from downtown to the suburbs, Johns Hopkins Medicine has a work environment that will fit your personality and career goals.
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid time off; life and long-term disability coverage; 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; tuition assistance for employees and dependents; and wellness programs just to name a few.
Salary Range: Minimum 111,550.00/annually - Maximum 161,782.00/annually. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
