Director of Health Information & Privacy Officer

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Health Information Management serves as HIPAA Privacy Officer and leads the Health Information Management (HIM) team. This role is responsible for the integrity, confidentiality and compliance of health information across WellPower, including oversight of release of information (ROI), document integrity, identity management, record retention and information governance.

The Director will serve as a subject-matter expert on privacy laws and advise and collaborate with leadership, managers, and staff on complex privacy issues. The Director will also lead daily operations and oversight of the Health Information Management team, including managerial supervision and professional development, process innovation, data integrity and development of records management processes within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and associated health information databases.

HIRING RANGE: $115,000 - $166,000

WellPower is committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certification/licensure (rather than wage history). Toward the principle of equal pay for equal work, we post and hire within defined hiring salary ranges.  We ask all applicants to carefully review the hiring salary range for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range.

All full-time, benefits eligible employees will be eligible for WellPower’s benefits plan. For a full description of benefit offerings, please visit: https://wellpower.org/workplace-of-choice/.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:​

Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and execute a HIM strategy aligned with WellPower’s mission, regulatory requirements, and digital roadmap.

• Lead and mentor the HIM team, fostering a culture of service, compliance, and continuous improvement.

• Manage departmental budget, staffing, and vendor relationships; monitor performance metrics and service level agreements.

HIPAA Privacy Officer

• Serve as WellPower’s designated HIPAA Privacy Officer, ensuring compliance with HIPAA/HITECH, 42 CFR Part 2, and Colorado-specific privacy laws.

• Oversee privacy policies, workforce privacy training, breach investigations, and mitigation plans.

• Collaborate with the CIO/designated HIPAA Security Officer and their Information Systems teams on privacy/security risk assessments, audits, and incident response.

HIM Operations

• Oversee ROI processes for people in services, payers, attorneys, courts, and law enforcement, ensuring compliance with HIPAA, 42 CRF Part 2 and state regulations.

• Direct HIM procedures and quality controls for health information access and data integrity, including identity management, disclosure accounting, chart corrections, record completion, amendments, and retention/destruction schedules.

• Supervise daily HIM team operations and performance.

Information Governance & Technology

• Co-lead information governance initiatives through participation on the cybersecurity governance and data governance committees, collaborating with leaders from Information Systems, Quality, Compliance and Clinical Operations.

• Serve as business owner for HIM-related EHR capabilities and HIM software.

• Drive process improvements and automation for ROI, consent management, and document imaging.

Partnership & Education

• Partner with Quality, Compliance, Risk Management, and Information Systems on audits, reporting, interoperability initiatives, and continuous improvement projects.

• Educate staff and leadership on privacy, documentation standards, and HIM best practices.

• • Represent HIM in governance forums and external partnerships (e.g., HIE participation).

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• ​Bachelor’s degree or higher in health information management, privacy, or related field.
• ​A minimum of ONE of the following certifications: RHIA, RHIT, CHPS, or CHPC
• ​Minimum 3 years of leadership experience in privacy and disclosure management within a healthcare organization.
• ​Experience with EHR systems; Netsmart’s Avatar strongly preferred.
• ​Strong knowledge of HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and state privacy laws.

PREFERRED:

• ​​Experience in behavioral or integrated healthcare systems.
• ​Experience responding to regulatory and managed healthcare investigations​

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Yes

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: ​​The role is primarily sedentary work, requiring extended periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, and reviewing documents. While the physical demands are minimal, the position requires a high level of mental focus and concentration to ensure compliance with complex regulations, conduct risk assessments, and address privacy or security issues. The officer must manage multiple tasks simultaneously, solve problems related to potential data breaches, and stay updated on evolving laws and technologies. ​

WORKING CONDITIONS: ​​The working conditions for this role typically involve a primarily office-based environment with a focus on desk work, including prolonged periods of sitting and using computers. The role requires some flexibility in physical movement, such as occasional standing, crouching, and bending, especially when accessing files or equipment. Lifting requirements are minimal, with any lifting not exceeding 30 lbs. The role is generally performed during standard business hours, though occasional overtime may be required to meet deadlines or address urgent issues.​

Why Work at WellPower?
Join a workplace where purpose meets passion!

• Mission-Driven Impact: Be part of meaningful work that transforms lives and strengthens the Denver community.
• Wellness-Focused Culture: Thrive in an organization that prioritizes your self-care and well-being.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access medical, dental, vision insurance, PTO, and retirement matching—available at just 30 hours per week.
• Competitive Pay: Our $26.72/hour minimum wage ensures fair compensation for all employees.
• Licensure Support: Free supervision for LCSWs, LPCs, and LMFTs.
• Team Activities: Connect with colleagues through fun leagues like bowling, volleyball, dragon boat racing, and more!
  
  
  Application Deadline Date: October 31st - application review will start immediately.