UNDERSTANDING VALUABLE WORKFORCE COMPETENCIES IN FIELD OF HEALTH INFORMATICS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (HIIM)

Abstract

This study examines Health Informatics (HI) and Health Information Management (HIM) job requirements, noting that applicants often struggle because postings lack clarity. Prior research shows HIM jobs typically require an associate degree with RHIT or a bachelor’s degree with RHIA, along with coding and revenue cycle skills. Analyzing two years of LinkedIn postings, this study found employers most frequently seek communication, computer, and healthcare policy skills for HIM roles, while HI roles emphasize communication, teamwork, and software skills. These insights can help align college curricula with workforce expectations to better prepare graduates for HI and HIM careers.