Agency : Department of Corrections - Menard Correctional Center
Closing Date/Time: 07/06/2023 11:59 pm
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4,512/Month; CBA Applies; Full Range $4,512 - $6,655/Month
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
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County: RandolphNumber of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 26747
Position Overview
The Health Information Administrator at Menard Correctional Center serves as a full line supervisor in the Medical Records Department and is responsible for providing guidance and training to assigned staff, establishing annual goals and objectives, and coordinating the Health Care Unit’s Quality Improvement Program. Menard Correctional Center is seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to serve in the role. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Job Responsibilities
1. Serves as a full line supervisor.
2. Develops, implements, and monitors compliance to policies and procedures.
3. Coordinates the Health Care Unit’s Quality Improvement Program, serving as liaison with the Office of Health Service and governing body.
4. Provides in-service training and development.
5. Holds health information medical record call line for individuals in custody requesting copies and delivery of services.
6. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college and certification by the American Health Information Management Association as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA). Plus, one (1) years of professional experience in a health information records facility.
OR
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of high school, completion of an approved medical records training program, plus certification by the American Health Information Management Association as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT). Plus, five (5) years of progressively responsible experience as an RHIT in management of a medical records program.
Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)
1. Prefers at least three (3) years of experience working in a health information records facility.
2. Prefers at least three (3) years of experience handling confidential and sensitive information.
3. Prefers at least three (3) years of experience multitasking in a fast-paced office environment.
4. Prefers at least three (3) years of experience supervising employees.
5. Prefers at least three (3) years of experience establishing annual goals and objectives.
6. Prefers at least three (3) years of experience preparing correspondence and presentations to executive staff.
7. Prefers at least three (3) years of experience gathering data and preparing reports.
8. Prefers at least three (3) years of experience working with Microsoft Office suite or similar programs.
9. Prefers at least three (3) years of experience working in a customer service setting responding to inquiries
Conditions of Employment
1. Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
2. Requires ability to pass a drug screen. On January 1, 2020, the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act made it legal for residents over the age of 21 to produce, consume and sell cannabis in Illinois. Please note that although the law has changed, the Department will continue to enforce the Department’s zero tolerance Drug Testing policy. The use of unauthorized drugs, including cannabis, by an employee, regardless of the position held is prohibited.
3. Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; tuition reimbursement; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Work Hours: 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday - Friday, S/S Off
Work Location: Menard Correctional Center, 711 East Kaskaskia St Menard, IL 62259
Agency Contact:
Tammy Cole
Email: tammy.cole@illinois.gov
Phone #: 618-826-5071 X2224
Job Family: Public Safety; Health Services
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
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