Entry Level Health Information Manager Jobs
New grad health information manager jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a portfolio of coding and compliance projects can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services and Human Resources, with employers like New York State Office of Mental Health, Ascension, and United Health Centers hiring at this level now.
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Staff Position Description
Position Title: Professional Services Coder and Coding Reviewer Position Code: Coder-8125
Oracle code: Coder-8215
Department: Health Information Management Safety Sensitive: Yes No
Reports to: HIM Director/Manager Exempt Status: Yes No
Position Purpose:
All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluates medical record documentation and charge reports to ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with the Correct Coding Initiative Edits; evaluates and report audit findings or reviews and reports on results to physicians and/or operations directors; evaluate insurance requests and claim denials to assist the Business Office with the revenue cycle.
- Ensures data quality in compliance with State, Federal and regulatory requirements; codes all professional charges to ensure accurate and timely billing; perform coding reviews and/or surgical coding for practices and providers.
- Provides technical guidance, training, and on-going coding education when instructed, to physicians and their office staff and other ancillary departments on both general and specific coding issues to include documentation and guidance in quality coding for proper collection of health data.
- Manage work activities, work assignments and schedules to ensure accurate and timely submission of information; provides reports as requested on data collected, abstracted and coded.
- Review bulletins, newsletters and periodicals and attends workshops to stay abreast of current issues, trends and changes in the laws and regulations governing medical record coding and documentation.
- Demonstrates dependability, teamwork, and maintains patient confidentiality; develops and maintains excellent relationships with providers, provider’s staff, operational directors, and business office staff.
- Strives to be a productive member of this institution, attends departmental meetings as required, maintains certification, and obtains continued education units (CEU). Completes all other duties, projects and assignments as directed/requested.
Qualifications
- Advanced knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, Medical Terminology and medically approved abbreviations required.
- Thorough understanding of CMS coding and billing guidelines required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and make independent decisions based on specialized knowledge. Computer literacy and familiarity with the operation of basic office equipment, required.
Education : High school diploma or equivalent
Certification/Licensure : Maintains current Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) issued by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or
currently enrolled in AHIMA or AAPC and actively working towards obtaining Coding Specialist (CCS) issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) issued by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
Certification required within 12 months of hire or placement in this position.
Preferences
Special Position Requirements [Optional section: any travel, security, risk, hazard or related special conditions which apply to the position]
- Travel to off-site locations as required.
Exposure Categories: Category II: Expected duties have possible, but not routine, potential for exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues
Work Requirements
- Able to collaborate with individual practices, the Business Office, and Operation Directors.
- Requires ability to stand and walk in the performance of job responsibilities.
- Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
- Some bending and lifting may be required.
Date Staff Position Description Created / Revised: 03/21/2019; 8/12/2026
Staff Position Description
Position Title: Professional Services Coder and Coding Reviewer Position Code: Coder-8125
Oracle code: Coder-8215
Department: Health Information Management Safety Sensitive: Yes No
Reports to: HIM Director/Manager Exempt Status: Yes No
Position Purpose:
All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluates medical record documentation and charge reports to ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with the Correct Coding Initiative Edits; evaluates and report audit findings or reviews and reports on results to physicians and/or operations directors; evaluate insurance requests and claim denials to assist the Business Office with the revenue cycle.
- Ensures data quality in compliance with State, Federal and regulatory requirements; codes all professional charges to ensure accurate and timely billing; perform coding reviews and/or surgical coding for practices and providers.
- Provides technical guidance, training, and on-going coding education when instructed, to physicians and their office staff and other ancillary departments on both general and specific coding issues to include documentation and guidance in quality coding for proper collection of health data.
- Manage work activities, work assignments and schedules to ensure accurate and timely submission of information; provides reports as requested on data collected, abstracted and coded.
- Review bulletins, newsletters and periodicals and attends workshops to stay abreast of current issues, trends and changes in the laws and regulations governing medical record coding and documentation.
- Demonstrates dependability, teamwork, and maintains patient confidentiality; develops and maintains excellent relationships with providers, provider’s staff, operational directors, and business office staff.
- Strives to be a productive member of this institution, attends departmental meetings as required, maintains certification, and obtains continued education units (CEU). Completes all other duties, projects and assignments as directed/requested.
Qualifications
- Advanced knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, Medical Terminology and medically approved abbreviations required.
- Thorough understanding of CMS coding and billing guidelines required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and make independent decisions based on specialized knowledge. Computer literacy and familiarity with the operation of basic office equipment, required.
Education : High school diploma or equivalent
Certification/Licensure : Maintains current Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) issued by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or
currently enrolled in AHIMA or AAPC and actively working towards obtaining Coding Specialist (CCS) issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) issued by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
Certification required within 12 months of hire or placement in this position.
Preferences
Special Position Requirements [Optional section: any travel, security, risk, hazard or related special conditions which apply to the position]
- Travel to off-site locations as required.
Exposure Categories: Category II: Expected duties have possible, but not routine, potential for exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues
Work Requirements
- Able to collaborate with individual practices, the Business Office, and Operation Directors.
- Requires ability to stand and walk in the performance of job responsibilities.
- Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
- Some bending and lifting may be required.
Date Staff Position Description Created / Revised: 03/21/2019; 8/12/2026
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Entry Level Health Information Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level health information manager job?
Employers at this level typically look for candidates with a Registered Health Information Administrator credential or an accredited Health Information Management degree. Hands-on internship experience with EHR systems, medical coding, or release-of-information workflows gives candidates a real edge. Tailoring your resume to highlight specific software tools, such as Epic or Meditech, and any practicum hours can help you stand out in a competitive applicant pool.
Which companies hire entry level health information managers?
Companies hiring entry level health information managers right now include New York State Office of Mental Health, Ascension, and United Health Centers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring is spread across hospital systems, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, and health information management consulting firms that regularly onboard new graduates.
Are there remote entry level health information manager jobs?
Yes, though the majority of entry level roles are still on-site. About 0% of entry level health information manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote positions most common in medical coding, clinical documentation improvement, and release-of-information functions that can be performed off-site once a candidate has completed initial training.
Are these new grad health information manager jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior health information manager roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or practicum hours in place of full-time work history, and does not require prior management responsibility. Look for postings that mention RHIT eligibility or current enrollment in an accredited HIM program.
Which industries hire the most entry level health information managers?
Entry Level health information manager roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Human Resources, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they handle large volumes of patient records, face ongoing compliance requirements under federal privacy regulations, and need entry level staff to support coding accuracy and documentation integrity.