Release of Information Audit Team Lead

Title: ROI Audit Team Lead

Location: 121 Innerbelt Road Somerville (Warehouse)

Job Description:

Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Health Information Management department, including managing a team of HIM professionals, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and optimizing health information management processes. Also responsible for collaborating with healthcare providers, administrators, and other departments to promote accurate and efficient documentation, safeguarding patient privacy, and supporting information management needs.

Essential Functions:
-Supervise and lead a team of HIM professionals, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback.
-Collaborate with healthcare providers, administrators, and other departments to address health information management needs and resolve related issues.
-Oversee the management and maintenance of health records, ensuring accurate and complete documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
-Coordinate coding activities, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines (e.g., ICD-10-CM, CPT).
-Collaborate with IT and clinical departments to optimize the functionality and utilization of EHR systems.
-Oversee the release of patient health information to authorized individuals and entities, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
-Lead quality improvement initiatives within the HIM department, such as conducting audits, monitoring key performance indicators, and implementing corrective actions to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

Education
Associate's Degree Health Information Management required or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study required and Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Experience can be accepted in lieu of a degree.

Experience
Health Information Management Experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of health information management principles, coding systems, privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA), and EHR systems.
- Proficiency in coding systems and guidelines, including ICD-10-CM and CPT.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively lead and collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and analyze HIM-related data.
- Proficiency in health information systems and technology, including EHR systems and coding software.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• M-F 9AM-5:30PM Eastern Business hours required for remote role
• Quiet, secure, stable, compliant work station required

Remote Type

Remote

Work Location

121 Innerbelt Road

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$25.50 - $36.49/Hourly

Grade

5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.