About the program
Are you looking for an exciting career in healthcare but don’t want to work with patients? Do you enjoy working with computers and information technology? Are you interested in the field of business? If you answer yes to any of these questions, then Health Information Management (HIM) may be the right career choice for you!
As one of the fastest growing occupations, an HIM career will place you in the cutting edge of technology where healthcare and information technology meet. HIM professionals are experts in the field of patient health information. They are the guardians of confidential patient information and ensure that all federal and state regulations are followed regarding the use and maintenance of healthcare data. HIM duties may include operating computer systems, working with electronic medical records, coding diagnoses and procedures for proper reimbursement, working with insurance companies, and working within a variety of departments at healthcare facilities. The options are endless and your interests and talents will determine your specialization. Because the Health Information Management field trains individuals in a variety of areas such as medicine, information technology, business, and law, the field is often used as a launching pad to other careers.Job outlook is good for the Health Information Professional. U.S. News and World Report has listed the Health Information Professional as one of its 20 Hot Jobs and the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the demand for this profession will continue to increase dramatically as the population ages and the demand for electronic medical records increases.
Health Information Management is a great field with many career paths. Follow the links at the left to find out what exciting opportunities await you at SCCC/ATS.