Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist

Pride Health is hiring a Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist for one of its clients in California.

This is a 3-month contract with the possibility of an extension with competitive pay and benefits.

Location – Saint Helena, California (94574)

Pay range - $28 - $32 per hour.

Length of assignment – 3 months contract (possibility to extend)

Shift – 8-Hour Days | 07:30 AM – 04:30 PM, Tuesday–Saturday (after training)

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist to support critical functions within our HIM department. This role involves medical records preparation, scanning, quality assurance, and birth certificate registration. The ideal candidate will be a team player with strong organizational and communication skills. We welcome new graduates with a BA in Public Health or Healthcare.

Job Duties

· Retrieve and reconcile medical records from nursing units; prepare records for efficient scanning.

· Execute all steps of the document scanning process including quality control and system upload.

· Maintain scanning equipment and troubleshoot minor issues to ensure continuous operation.

· Interview mothers and enter birth information into the Electronic Birth Certificate (EBC) system.

· Process fetal death certificates and communicate with county officials as needed.

· Assist with the release of information (ROI) process, ensuring confidentiality and compliance.

· Track and file charts accurately using chart tracking software; retrieve records from storage as needed.

· Conduct chart audits and assist with physician deficiency analysis and documentation corrections.

· Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding medical records and documentation.

· Compile and report department data; support phones and communication across departments.

· Collaborate with other hospital departments to ensure timely access to patient records.

· Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

· Education:

· High School Diploma or GED – Required.

· Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/experience – Preferred

· Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health or Healthcare – Accepted for new grads

· Experience & Skills:

· Experience in Health Information Management or related administrative healthcare role

· Familiarity with Cerner EHR system preferred

· Proficiency in scanning and document imaging workflows

· Understanding of the Release of Information (ROI) process

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively

· Commitment to confidentiality, accuracy, and compliance

Benefits

Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

Company DescriptionRussell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional and technical recruitment and staffing advisory organization. We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts are able to provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies. We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization.

Company Description

Russell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional and technical recruitment and staffing advisory organization. We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts are able to provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies. We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization.