This Health Information Management Supervisor role is based in Birmingham, Alabama, within a hospital and health system environment that is part of a national healthcare organization operating in more than 135 local regions. The position carries full supervisory accountability for a multi-tiered HIM team — including Sr. HIM Specialists, HIM Specialists, and an HIM Lead — and sits at the intersection of clinical documentation integrity, EMR governance, privacy compliance, and operational performance. For an experienced HIM professional ready to step into a leadership role with broad scope and real organizational impact, this is a substantive opportunity in one of the South's most livable mid-sized cities.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive benefits package as part of a large, nationally scaled healthcare organization
- Career advancement resources and leadership development support
- Hybrid work flexibility — capacity to work in a virtual office setting or on-site at the hospital as assignments require
- Reasonable accommodations provided for qualified individuals with disabilities
- Vaccination and screening requirements addressed prior to start date (COVID-19, influenza, and any future required screenings as applicable by law)
Practice Highlights
- Direct supervisory responsibility over Sr. HIM Specialists, HIM Specialists, and an HIM Lead
- Oversees daily HIM operations including medical record processing, retrieval, release, and storage in both electronic and manual systems
- Manages EMR-related HIM functions; assists with planning, organizing, and supervising implementation and upgrades of all HIM information systems, including integrated system testing and staff training
- Produces and analyzes daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reports — including statistical summaries, productivity metrics, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) — using MS Excel and PowerPoint
- Ensures departmental compliance with HIPAA, privacy, information security, and confidentiality standards in alignment with State, Federal, accrediting, and other regulatory requirements
- Develops, maintains, and revises HIM policies and procedures; makes formal recommendations to HIM Director/Manager on policy updates
- Conducts monthly staff team meetings at minimum, with ongoing coaching, mentoring, cross-training, and performance management of direct reports
- Facilitates onboarding and training for new and transfer hires across all department systems, policies, and procedures
- Analyzes production and workflow in both electronic and manual environments; develops and revises work procedures to increase efficiency and resolve operational problems
- Travel up to 45% may be required for off-site assignments; valid driver's license and ability to travel to off-site locations required
- Work environment spans both office and hospital settings at a moderate activity level
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Health Information Technology or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or a closely related field preferred
- Minimum of three (3) years in a supervisory or lead role within HIM preferred
- Previous experience in a hospital and/or academic hospital or health system environment with an EMR strongly preferred
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) credential preferred
- Current working knowledge of HIM and healthcare standards, medical record documentation requirements, and HIM processes within an electronic health record environment
- Proficiency in MS Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint) required; strong analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills essential
About the Community
Birmingham is Alabama's largest city and a regional hub for healthcare, finance, and higher education, offering a cost of living well below the national average alongside a robust cultural scene, acclaimed restaurants, and a growing arts district. The city sits within easy reach of the Appalachian foothills, providing access to hiking, lake recreation, and outdoor amenities, while major metro conveniences — professional sports, international airport, top-ranked medical institutions — are all close at hand. Families benefit from strong public and private school options, and the broader metro area continues to attract professionals seeking Southern hospitality, affordability, and career opportunity in equal measure.