Registered Health Information Technician​/Administrator

Overview

Working Title: Registered Health Information Technician/Administrator

Job Class: Medical Records Technician 2

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

Location: Anoka

Telework Eligible: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

• Job
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 01/17/2026
• Closing Date: 02/02/2026
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift, 8-4:30
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $26.42 - $37.20 / hourly; $55,164 - $77,673 / annually
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

• Perform diagnosis and procedural coding for all DCT services and programs for data retrieval, analysis, and claims processing.
• Provide training and education to Medical Staff and other appropriate staff to ensure appropriate documentation and accurate coding.
• Participate in the department’s compliance program regarding appropriate documentation and accurate coding for DCT programs and services.
• Conduct regular audits and coordinate ongoing monitoring of coding accuracy and documentation adequacy.

This position will require full-time on-site work until after probation (typically 6 months). This team is currently working a hybrid schedule, with 3 days per week on-site at Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center, 2 days per week telework. Telework is available on a limited basis.

• Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician or Registered Health Information Administrator by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
• Knowledge of medical terminology

• Experience translating, evaluating, and presenting data in a clear and concise manner
• Experience working with various software including Electronic Health Record Systems and MS Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to translate and present data to other professionals, including physicians, in a clear concise manner
• Knowledge and experience with quality improvement or patient safety
• Recent ICD 10-CM coding education or experience
• CPT coding experience in an outpatient setting
• Ability to evaluate and present data to other professionals, including physicians, in a clear concise manner
• Commitment to cultural responsiveness and experience working with diverse backgrounds

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:
The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment. Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

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Benefits may include: paid vacation and sick leave, 12 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision plans, life and disability insurance, retirement/pension, tax-free accounts, and professional development opportunities. Programs, resources and benefits eligibility vary by employment type and status.

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