Entry Level Health Information Technician Jobs
New grad health information technician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or hands-on coursework in medical coding or EHR systems 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 Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level health information technician job?
Employers at this level look for candidates with an RHIT credential or enrollment in an accredited health information management program, plus hands-on familiarity with EHR platforms like Epic or Cerner. Internship experience, coursework in medical coding, or a practicum completed during your program gives you a real edge over candidates who only have classroom hours. Tailoring your resume to highlight specific systems you have used and any coding certifications you hold, such as CPC or CCA, helps your application stand out.
Which companies hire entry level health information technicians?
Companies hiring entry level health information technicians 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 comes from a broad mix of employers, including hospital systems, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, and health information management vendors that frequently bring on new grads to support coding, release of information, and medical records functions.
Are there remote entry level health information technician jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and role type. About 0% of entry level health information technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote positions most common in medical coding and health data abstraction roles where work is handled digitally through EHR platforms. On-site positions remain the majority at this level, particularly at hospitals and clinics where records teams work alongside clinical staff.
Are these new grad health information technician jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior health information technician roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or practicum hours in place of full-time work history, or lists an RHIT or enrollment in an accredited program as the primary qualification. Many employers at this level are actively looking to bring on candidates early and train them on their specific systems and workflows.
Which industries hire the most entry level health information technicians?
Entry Level health information technician 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, billing cycles, and coding workflows that require dedicated health information staff, creating consistent openings for candidates who are early in their careers.