The Lead Medical Records Technician (HIT) specializes in the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service at the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center, coordinating team processes, priorities, and goals. Serve as the subject matter expert for all pathology-related medical records and act as a liaison to other departments and works independently under the general guidance of the Anatomic Pathology Supervisor.
Functions include not limited to: Provide advice, counsel, or instruction to individual employee(s) or group(s) on both work and administrative matters. Evaluate employees, interview potential candidates for employment and make recommendations for selections and/or promotions for positions in the area of responsibility. Handle individual or group grievances, employee complaints, and/or those not resolved at a lower level.
Promote and maintain high standards of behavior and conduct; maintain good employee relations. Schedule and conduct meetings with staff assessing work related problems, recommending and communicating ideas and strategies to fulfill the VA mission as set by hospital administration. Function as a liaison with HIMS and ROI. Coordinate daily tasks with Supervisor, assisting with managerial duties as needed.
Identify training needs and provide training and guidance to staff members, to include policy and procedure changes, training for new employees, and training to ensure employee competency. Create, maintain, and revise/update all medical records' standard operating procedures.
Initiate quantitative and qualitative analysis of medical records to ensure that all pathology component parts are present, accurate, complete, timely, and will meet the established requirements and standard of JCHO, CAP, and CLIA. Maintain supplies and equipment. Initiate work orders and service requests as needed. Design workflows to accomplish objectives and meet turnaround times, assigning and monitoring duties and work progress.
Serve as an expert providing authoritative advice and consultation for more difficult/complex tasks requiring special knowledge. Compile data and issues reports regarding transcription accuracy. Work Schedule: 8am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday Telework: Ad-hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 55706F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
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thomas.ellis4@va.gov · 713-791-1414 X149983
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $55882 – $72644/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-09.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
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