Senior Health Record Officer

Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu (FUAHSE) | Enugu, Nigeria

Full-Time Posted 1 day ago 1 view

About the Role

The Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu (FUAHSE), established to address Nigeria's evolving healthcare manpower needs, is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our dynamic workforce. Recently transformed into a comprehensive university with multiple faculties and departments, FUAHSE is committed to training innovative and skilled healthcare professionals. We are currently looking for a qualified Senior Health Record Officer to manage and oversee our institutional health records department, ensuring optimal data management and compliance with global healthcare standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the university health records unit and ensure accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Maintain the confidentiality, security, and integrity of all physical and electronic health records.
  • Collaborate with clinical staff and university administration to compile health statistics and reports.
  • Implement modern electronic health record (EHR) systems and train junior staff on best practices in data management.
  • Ensure compliance with national health data regulations, policies, and ethical standards.
  • Resolve discrepancies in medical records and coordinate audits to maintain high standards of data accuracy.
Qualifications
  • Possession of a relevant Bachelor's degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Health Information Management or a related field.
  • Valid professional certification and current practicing license from the Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN).
  • Minimum of 5 years of cognate professional experience in a recognized healthcare or tertiary institution.
  • Demonstrated competence, high integrity, and excellent communication skills.
  • Strong proficiency in utilizing electronic health record systems and advanced database management tools.
  • Commitment to the vision, mission, and academic objectives of the Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary structure aligned with federal public university standards in Nigeria.
  • Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.
  • A vibrant, supportive, and intellectually stimulating academic work environment.
  • Comprehensive pension scheme and other statutory staff welfare packages.

Skills

Health Information Management Electronic Health Records (EHR) Data Analysis Medical Coding Healthcare Compliance Record Keeping Communication Skills
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