Health Information Technology Jobs in Michigan
Health Information Technology jobs in Michigan are consistently in demand, with openings concentrated in hospital systems, integrated health networks, and regional health plans across entry-level coding and data roles through senior HIM director positions. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing are the primary hiring hubs, home to major employers such as Henry Ford Health, Spectrum Health (now Corewell Health), and Michigan Medicine. The most sought-after specialties include medical coding, EHR implementation, and clinical data analytics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
About DTMB:
The Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.
About the position: This position provides oversight, leadership, accountability, and project management functions for one or more large-size,
complex projects. These projects typically utilize vendor participation and require complex schedules and integration with other systems. Large-sized projects typically have durations longer than 6 months with 20 or more team members, require communication at the Agency Leadership level, and have a medium to high risk.
This position will ensure consistency with the State of Michigan project management methodology (SUITE), perform long-term release planning based on organizational direction, regularly interact with the project management teams for the status of budget, quality, and schedule, escalate issues and risks as needed to executives and exercise project quality control activities to ensure project scope expectations are met.
View Position Description Here: Information Technology Project Manager 14
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of Project Management principles, concepts and practices.
Thorough knowledge of system development methods used for the development of new systems and enhancements to existing information systems.
Thorough knowledge of advanced concepts and basic operating principles of data communications and information systems hardware and software.
Knowledge of IT audit, quality assurance, and independent verification and validation techniques.
Ability to work in a team environment involving matrix organizations.
Ability to resolve conflicting high-priority requirements.
Ability to communicate the needs of others effectively.
Ability to gather and analyze facts, draw conclusions, define problems, and suggest solutions.
Ability to conduct training and informational sessions.
Ability to communicate effectively, build consensus, facilitate working sessions, and negotiate solutions and alternatives.
Ability to maintain favorable public relations and perform problem/issue resolution.
Position Location: This position is located in Lansing, MI. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out-of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate. The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week (subject to change).
What We Are Looking For: We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens. This person needs to be an excellent communicator, adjusting communication style and messages to varying audiences to ensure understanding. We need an individual who understands the value of standards and can advocate for them in a way that is understood and supported. Excellent customer service is core to our culture, being able to motivate and support team members, manage expectations, and conduct ourselves with integrity is key to how we work. You need to embrace diversity, have a team-oriented mindset, communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals, and have a desire to invest in the success of the Division.
If you are a self-motivated person who wants a challenge and to work in a highly paced environment, we are interested in hearing from you!
What We Offer: The State of Michigan offers competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, access to professional development training, excellent vacation and sick time policies, and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life. We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the State of Michigan employee family if you are interested. Please consider sending in your application today.
Required Education and Experience
Three years of professional experience equivalent to an IT project coordinator.
Alternate Education and Experience
Information Technology Project Manager 14
Additional Requirements and Information
You must complete this IT Program/Project worksheet and attach it to your application. Please note each project with the length of the project, the number of personal effort hours, the number of stakeholders and the role you played in each project listed. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.
You must attach a detailed resume and cover letter to your application (word or pdf). Failure to do so will result in your application packet being screened out as incomplete. If applicable, attach copies of official college transcripts to your application. (Internet version of transcripts will not be accepted) Failure to attach applicable transcripts may result in your application being screened out.
The use of AI (Artificial Intelligence) in the selections process (i.e. application, written exercises, cover letter, etc.) with DTMB is not permitted. If it is substantiated that AI was used in the process, your application will be removed from consideration.
SIGNING BONUS:
This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2,500. Up to $1,250 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period). This does not apply to current state employees.
Classifications for the $2,500 bonus are:
Information Technology Infrastructure Analyst
Information Technology Programmer/Analyst
Information Technology Project Coordinator
Information Technology Project Manager
Information Technology Specialist
*DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPTYour application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
View the job specification at:https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/I/InformationTechnologyProjectManager.pdf
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
Job Description
About DTMB:
The Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.
About the position: This position provides oversight, leadership, accountability, and project management functions for one or more large-size,
complex projects. These projects typically utilize vendor participation and require complex schedules and integration with other systems. Large-sized projects typically have durations longer than 6 months with 20 or more team members, require communication at the Agency Leadership level, and have a medium to high risk.
This position will ensure consistency with the State of Michigan project management methodology (SUITE), perform long-term release planning based on organizational direction, regularly interact with the project management teams for the status of budget, quality, and schedule, escalate issues and risks as needed to executives and exercise project quality control activities to ensure project scope expectations are met.
View Position Description Here: Information Technology Project Manager 14
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of Project Management principles, concepts and practices.
Thorough knowledge of system development methods used for the development of new systems and enhancements to existing information systems.
Thorough knowledge of advanced concepts and basic operating principles of data communications and information systems hardware and software.
Knowledge of IT audit, quality assurance, and independent verification and validation techniques.
Ability to work in a team environment involving matrix organizations.
Ability to resolve conflicting high-priority requirements.
Ability to communicate the needs of others effectively.
Ability to gather and analyze facts, draw conclusions, define problems, and suggest solutions.
Ability to conduct training and informational sessions.
Ability to communicate effectively, build consensus, facilitate working sessions, and negotiate solutions and alternatives.
Ability to maintain favorable public relations and perform problem/issue resolution.
Position Location: This position is located in Lansing, MI. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out-of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate. The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week (subject to change).
What We Are Looking For: We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens. This person needs to be an excellent communicator, adjusting communication style and messages to varying audiences to ensure understanding. We need an individual who understands the value of standards and can advocate for them in a way that is understood and supported. Excellent customer service is core to our culture, being able to motivate and support team members, manage expectations, and conduct ourselves with integrity is key to how we work. You need to embrace diversity, have a team-oriented mindset, communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals, and have a desire to invest in the success of the Division.
If you are a self-motivated person who wants a challenge and to work in a highly paced environment, we are interested in hearing from you!
What We Offer: The State of Michigan offers competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, access to professional development training, excellent vacation and sick time policies, and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life. We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the State of Michigan employee family if you are interested. Please consider sending in your application today.
Required Education and Experience
Three years of professional experience equivalent to an IT project coordinator.
Alternate Education and Experience
Information Technology Project Manager 14
Additional Requirements and Information
You must complete this IT Program/Project worksheet and attach it to your application. Please note each project with the length of the project, the number of personal effort hours, the number of stakeholders and the role you played in each project listed. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.
You must attach a detailed resume and cover letter to your application (word or pdf). Failure to do so will result in your application packet being screened out as incomplete. If applicable, attach copies of official college transcripts to your application. (Internet version of transcripts will not be accepted) Failure to attach applicable transcripts may result in your application being screened out.
The use of AI (Artificial Intelligence) in the selections process (i.e. application, written exercises, cover letter, etc.) with DTMB is not permitted. If it is substantiated that AI was used in the process, your application will be removed from consideration.
SIGNING BONUS:
This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2,500. Up to $1,250 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period). This does not apply to current state employees.
Classifications for the $2,500 bonus are:
Information Technology Infrastructure Analyst
Information Technology Programmer/Analyst
Information Technology Project Coordinator
Information Technology Project Manager
Information Technology Specialist
*DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPTYour application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
View the job specification at:https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/I/InformationTechnologyProjectManager.pdf
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in health information technology jobs across Michigan.
- RHIA or RHIT credential from AHIMA required or strongly preferred
- Proficiency with EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Meditech
- Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding standards
- Associate or bachelor's degree in health information management or related field
- Experience with healthcare compliance, HIPAA privacy rules, and data governance
- Familiarity with revenue cycle processes and clinical documentation improvement
Health Information Technology Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a health information technology in Michigan?
Most Michigan employers require or strongly prefer candidates who hold the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential, both awarded by the American Health Information Management Association after passing a national exam. An associate degree in health information technology from an AHIMA-accredited Michigan program, such as those offered at Ferris State University or Oakland Community College, is the standard entry point for the RHIT pathway.
How much do health information technologies make in Michigan?
Health information technologies in Michigan earn a median of about $67,150 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,790 for the lowest 10% to over $103,510 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire health information technologys in Michigan?
Employers hiring health information technologys in Michigan right now include McLaren Health Care, DOW, and RENK, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems and regional health plans tend to post the most consistent volume, particularly for coding, HIM, and clinical data roles.
Which Michigan cities have the most health information technology jobs?
Lansing, Grand Blanc, and Grand Rapids have the most health information technology openings in Michigan. Detroit leads because of its dense concentration of major health systems and academic medical centers, while Grand Rapids reflects Corewell Health's large regional footprint, and Lansing draws volume from state government health agencies and mid-Michigan hospital networks.
Are there remote health information technology jobs in Michigan?
Yes, and more than most healthcare roles. About 40% of health information technology openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of much of the work. Medical coding, EHR auditing, and health data analysis roles are the most commonly posted in fully remote formats.
How can I get hired as a health information technology in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an AHIMA-accredited associate program at a Michigan community college, such as Ferris State University or Schoolcraft College, which includes a required professional practice experience that often leads to a first hire. Large Michigan health systems like Henry Ford Health and Corewell Health regularly post HIM associate and coding trainee roles that accept new graduates. Earning the RHIT before applying and building familiarity with Epic through free training modules gives candidates a measurable edge over those with no credential.
Where can I find and apply to health information technology jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to health information technology jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly from the listing.
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