Health Information Manager in Livingston, MT

A skilled professional is sought for a six-month contract leading the daily operations of a Health Information Management Department, while serving as the designated Privacy Officer. This position offers a schedule of Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at 40 hours per week. The role focuses on maintaining high standards of data integrity, regulatory compliance, and privacy across all health information activities. Compensation ranges from $2,700–$3,000 per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all Health Information Management (HIM) functions, including medical records, chart completion, coding review, and release of information workflows
• Administer the organization’s HIPAA privacy program: lead investigations, manage breach assessments, reporting, and audits
• Develop and update HIM and privacy policies, ensuring compliance with state and federal standards
• Prepare and track departmental budgets, productivity, and quality metrics
• Supervise staffing, training, and professional development for HIM personnel
• Serve as the primary resource for privacy incidents, risk assessment, and government reporting obligations
• Collaborate with clinical, compliance, IT, registration, and other leadership groups
• Act as Custodian of Medical Records, supporting all confidentiality, retention, and disclosure activities

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum two years of medical coding experience
• Strong working knowledge of HIPAA, privacy regulations, medical record management, and confidentiality standards
• Demonstrated HIM leadership experience preferred; experience in Critical Access Hospital or Rural Health Clinic a plus
• Recognized healthcare privacy, compliance, coding, or HIM certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills

Preferred Background:

• Degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
• Experience with privacy investigations, Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement, fraud and abuse laws, or compliance education

Elevate your career in Health Information Management with a leadership role making meaningful impact on organizational compliance, privacy, and quality healthcare delivery. Apply now to be considered for this important assignment.