HIM Director

Title: HIM Director State Role Title: 49172 Hiring Range: Up to $90,000; Salary to Commensurate with Experience Pay Band: 5 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Central State Hospital Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/csh/ Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties Exciting news! Central State Hospital (CSH) will transition to a brand new, state-of-the-art hospital and is slated to open in the spring/summer of 2027! We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more! CSH is a 277 bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has proudly been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, when we opened our doors as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. CSH maintains the only maximum-security treatment facility in the state (111 beds). We also have 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. We believe that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person’s individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person. Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence-based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use. The HIM Director is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness across all Health Information Management functions, demonstrating strong knowledge of the rules and regulations governing HIM practices. The Director oversees the integrity, accuracy, and timely processing of health records, ensuring appropriate documentation standards and effective information management processes are maintained. In addition, the HIM Director provides leadership and supervision to staff, fostering a productive and engaged work environment. This includes the ability to motivate employees, set priorities, and effectively schedule work and staffing resources to meet operational needs. The Director prepares and analyzes statistical reports to support organizational goals and decision-making, while utilizing independent judgment to address challenges, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement within the department. Minimum Qualifications Progressive leadership experience in Health Information Management within a hospital or healthcare setting Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems Experience in regulatory survey readiness (e.g., CMS and Joint Commission) Experience in release of information processes Experience leading performance improvement initiatives and collaboration with Utilization Review, Quality, and Reimbursement teams. Additional Considerations Functional knowledge of court-ordered mental health treatment, Patient scheduling competency Ability to utilize technology to compile, analyze, and present data for hospital stakeholders Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications. You will receive a confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé has been successfully submitted. To check the status of your application, refer to “Your Application” in your account. Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. Under Virginia Code 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges. Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with th