HEALTH INFORMATION COORDINATOR 1, 2, OR 3

HEALTH INFORMATION COORDINATOR 1, 2, OR 3

 Salary Depends on Qualifications Location St. Gabriel, LA Job Type Promotion Job Number 413-26-068 Department DOC-Elayn Hunt Correctional Center Opening Date 05/11/2026 Closing Date 5/18/2026 11:59 PM Central

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS QUESTIONS About this Job Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections - Corrections Services www.doc.louisiana.gov

ELAYN HUNT CORRECTIONAL CENTER

St. Gabriel, LA At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all. This is a promotional opportunity for current LA Department of Corrections employees who have permanent status and are ready to advance in their career. The Elayn Hunt Correctional Center is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Health Information Coordinator to join our Medical Department. This position plays a vital role in supporting the Assistant Director of Medical Services and the Medical Director by ensuring accurate, secure, and efficient management of health records and clinical information within a correctional healthcare setting. Minimum Qualifications One year of experience in administrative services; OR One year of training in or completion of a business or clerical-related curriculum from a business school or technical institute.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the required general experience. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:

Maintains strict security and confidentiality of all health information in accordance with federal, state, and departmental regulations, ensuring the integrity and protection of sensitive medical records. Performs a full range of medical record and administrative support functions using independent judgment, strong organizational skills, and a thorough understanding of Health Information Management (HIM) standards. Assists physicians and healthcare staff by applying expertise in health records management, facilitating timely access to accurate clinical documentation, and supporting continuity of patient care. Oversees the intake, review, sorting, and distribution of all medical documents received by the Health Information Management Department, ensuring proper classification, routing, and record integration. Responds to inquiries regarding the release of medical information and communicates professionally with attorneys, physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, treatment center staff, and other authorized parties to ensure compliant and appropriate disclosure of healthcare information. Independently drafts and prepares correspondence, reports, directives, and policies for Medical Staff leadership, demonstrating initiative, accuracy, and an understanding of departmental philosophy and operational needs. Manages communication workflows for the Medical and Mental Health Departments, ensuring timely, accurate, and appropriate responses to all incoming and outgoing correspondence, requests, and documentation.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

 

DETAIL OF A

permanent, classified employee of 

LA DPS&C - CORRECTIONS SERVICES

(Adult DOC) An employee selected for detail may be permanently promoted to this position if a position becomes available.

Career Progression Group:

HEALTH INFORMATION COORDINATOR 1, 2, OR 3

Filled at the highest level of experience of the selected applicant. Salary depends on level of experience.

Other Important Information:

IMPORTANT

 In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of DPS&C-Corrections Services to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), to be considered for employment, by answering 'YES' to the PREA question. Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire. Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification. This is a 24-hour facility. This Agency is a Drug Free Workplace. How to

Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. •Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed. The hiring supervisor/manager has 90 days from the closing date of the announcement to make a hiring decision. Specific information about this job will be provided to you in the interview process, should you be selected. To view and apply to any of our other postings we currently have available, click HERE. The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any non-merit factor including disability. For further information about this vacancy contact:

Hilary Dugar Human Resources Department Elayn Hunt Correctional Center Ph:

(225) 319-4128

Fax:

(225) 319-4592 Employer State of Louisiana Address 1201 N 3rd St Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802