Behavioral Health Director jobs in Tennessee
Behavioral Health Director oversees the study and treatment of patients with emotional, mental, or psychological disorders. Develops, implements, and updates strategic initiatives, programs, and services. Being a Behavioral Health Director manages and directs the operations of behavioral health services. Uses knowledge of behavioral health research and trends to ensure the department's practices are up-to-date and effective. Additionally, Behavioral Health Director establishes training programs and supports and supervises staff. Ensures all behavioral health operations comply with clinical guidelines and regulations. Requires an advanced degree in psychology or related field. Typically reports to top management. The Behavioral Health Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Behavioral Health Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Director, Health Information Management
- Erlanger Behavioral Health
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Chattanooga, TN
FULL_TIME
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Overview:Join our team as the Director, Health Information Management (HIM) at Erlanger Behavioral Health! Located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, our 94-bed treatment center offers superior psychiatric and addiction services to individuals of all ages.Specializing in exceptional mental health care for various age groups, we cater to adolescent patients aged 12 and older adults. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of those in need through compassionate therapeutic practices and thrive in a supportive team environment that fosters learning and growth, this position is perfect for you! Apply now!
PURPOSE STATEMENT:The Director, HIM will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Health Information Management Department (HIM) in the capacity of planning, organizing and managing electronic and paper clinical content, electronic data integrity, accessibility, use, and protection of health information.Responsibilities:ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:- Maintain department productivity, quality and efficiency for all processes within the department.
- Responsible for information governance to ensure facility-wide health data integrity, privacy, and security.
- Implement processes and systems to support accurate and complete medical record documentation.
- Oversee and assist with data collection, storage, retrieval, assembly, analysis, filing and retention of medical records/data.
- Prepare and analyze clinical data for research purposes, process improvement, utilization management, mandatory reporting, and more.
- Provide staff management to including hiring, development, training, performance management and communication to ensure effective and efficient department operation.
- Work with physicians to improve the quality of documentation.
- Work with coding staff to ensure accurate coding for reimbursement and clinical care.
- Oversee data collection, storage, retrieval, filing and retention of medical records/data.
- Audit records and data for accuracy, compliance and timeliness. Review results with administration, medical, nursing and clinical staff.
- Ensure documentation is filed in the medical records in an accurate and timely manner and ensure that the medical record is complete (including signatures) and closed within facility guidelines.
- Interface with inside/outside legal counsel regarding content of medical records.
- Work as liaison between facility and transcription vendor to ensure high quality, accurate, complete and timeliness of transcribed documents.
- Ensure HIM Key Indicators are tracked and reported monthly to the Performance Improvement Committee.
- Ensure State Reporting is accurate, complete and reported timely.
- May oversee and/or complete coding according to current ICD and/or CPT coding classifications.
- May serve as the facility Privacy Officer.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:- Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:- High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree with specialization in health information administration preferred.
- Four or more years' experience managing/supervising a medical record department required.
- Two or more years’ of behavioral health experience preferred.
- Working knowledge in ICD-10-PCS and DSM IV coding systems required.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) required or ability to obtain within six months of hire date.
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) preferred.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
DIRHIMF - 9 Days Ago
Behavioral Health Program Director
- Pathways Health and Community Support, LLC.
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Milan, TN
FULL_TIME
- Description Behavioral Health Program Director Are you interested in working with a company that values people and has a passion for service? Do you want to become part of an organization that cares a...
- 7 Days Ago
Behavior Health Admissions and Assessment Assistant Director
- Crestwyn Behavioral Health
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Memphis, TN
FULL_TIME
- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide leadership to the Admissions Department and cultivate the function of the department as an integrated team. Implement the strategic plan of the business development and ma...
- 5 Days Ago
DIRECTOR of ADMISSIONS - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
- Natchez Trace Youth Academy
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Waverly, TN
FULL_TIME
- Responsibilities: Director of Admissions - Behavioral Health Natchez Trace Youth Academy, a Universal Health Services, Inc. company has a long history in providing comprehensive behavioral health care...
- 2 Months Ago
Program Director
- Behavioral Health Group
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Knoxville, TN
FULL_TIME
- Program Director Who We Are We are a team that is focused on patient care and quality. Behavioral Health Group (BHG), is a leading provider of opioid addiction treatment services. BHG provides medicat...
- 2 Months Ago
Director of HIM
- Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital
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Chattanooga, TN
FULL_TIME
- Erlanger is recruiting to hire a Director of Health Information Management.PURPOSE STATEMENT:Responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Health Information Management Department (HIM)...
- 2 Months Ago
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Director of Behavioral Health
- Larry White Associates, Inc.
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Behavioral Health Director
- YesCare
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Director of Behavioral Health
- Bluebird Staffing
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Director of Behavioral Health
- Linked Professional Services
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Inglewood, CA
- Looking for a rewarding position? How would you like to serve those who served? If you are looking for an opportunity to...
- 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Behavioral Health
- Vecinos, Inc.
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Cullowhee, NC
- Position: Behavioral Health Director Location: Cullowhee, Franklin, and outreach in the 9 western NC counties Compensati...
- 5/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Behavioral Health
- Bluebird Staffing
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- Bluebird Staffing is hiring a full-time Director of Behavioral Health in Fort Myers, Florida. *COMPETITIVE PAY with SIGN...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Behavioral Health
- Bluebird Staffing
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Fort Myers, FL
- Bluebird Staffing is seeking a Director of Behavioral Health for a direct placement. This position will have relocation ...
- 5/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Behavioral Health Director
- Centurion Health
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Topeka, KS
- : $10,000 Hiring Bonus! Salary range from $84k - $98k, based on experience Overview: Centurion is proud to be the provid...
- 5/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Tennessee
Tennessee borders eight other states: Kentucky and Virginia to the north; North Carolina to the east; Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi on the south; Arkansas and Missouri on the Mississippi River to the west. Tennessee is tied with Missouri as the state bordering the most other states. The state is trisected by the Tennessee River.
The highest point in the state is Clingmans Dome at 6,643 feet (2,025 m). Clingmans Dome, which lies on Tennessee's eastern border, is the highest point on the Appalachian Trail, and is the third highest peak in the United States east of the Mississippi River. The ...
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Income Estimation for Behavioral Health Director jobs
$112,764 to $154,148
Most Popular Cities in Tennessee for Behavioral Health Director Jobs
What does a Behavioral Health Director do?
Behavioral Health Director in Idaho Falls, ID
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Behavioral Health Director in Knoxville, TN
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Behavioral Health Director in Flagstaff, AZ
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