Health Information Management Technician-25304908 bei County of San Diego, CA
County of San Diego, CA · San Diego, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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About the Department
HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN
Job offers will be made the week of October 20, 2025
** June 2026 - 4.83% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board +1.33% Market Increase)
** June 2027 – 4.33% increase to base pay (3.0% Across-the-Board + 1.33% Market Increase)
Health Information Management Technicians are responsible for receiving, maintaining, and evaluating health information records for technical completeness in accordance with current standards, laws, and regulations. Positions in this class are allocated to an inpatient or outpatient Health Information Management Services (HIMS) section of the County Behavioral Health System, Public Health Vital Records and Statistics Unit, Public Health Services programs in the Health and Human Services Agency, or the Sheriff's Department.
Current vacancies are in Behavioral Health Services; however, the eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in other departments.
Click here for a complete job description of the class including minimum qualifications, essential functions, working conditions, etc.
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
- Job Offer and Background Process begins: the week of October 20, 2025
- Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
- Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
1. Two (2) years of recent experience as a Health Information Management Clerk with the County of San Diego, or equivalent clerical experience working in a medical records department in a vital records and statistics unit, detention, medical clinic, funeral or mortuary facility, hospital, behavioral health or skilled nursing facility, evaluating vital or patient health information for technical completeness in accordance with current standards, laws and regulations; OR,
2. One (1) year of recent experience as described above AND completion of at least one year in a Health Information Management Technology academic program or certification as a Certified Healthcare Technology Specialist (CHTS) from the American Health Information Management Association; OR,
3. Associates degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in Health Information Management Technology; OR,
4. Current Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certificate from the American Health Information Management Association.
Note: Recent experience is defined as "within the last three (3) years."
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
EVALUATION
Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on information provided on the employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
All required documents must be submitted immediately with your application in order to determine your eligibility to compete. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran’s Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
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