Chartered Healthcare Information Management Manager (CHIMMgr.)®

Chartered Healthcare Information Management Manager (CHIMMgr.)®

The Chartered Healthcare Information Management Manager certification is a prestigious designation that acknowledges individuals who demonstrate exceptional competence, expertise, and leadership in managing healthcare information systems within healthcare organizations. This certification signifies a commitment to excellence in leveraging technology to improve patient care, ensure data security, and enhance operational efficiency in healthcare settings.

To qualify for the Chartered Healthcare Information Management
Manager designation, candidates must typically meet rigorous criteria, including:

A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in healthcare information
management, health informatics, healthcare administration, or a related field. Advanced
degrees (such as a master's or MBA) may be preferred.

Significant experience in healthcare information management roles, typically ranging from 7 to 15 years or more, with demonstrated leadership and responsibility for healthcare IT systems and projects.

A comprehensive understanding of healthcare information management principles, regulations, standards, and best practices, as well as a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Adherence to ethical principles and professional codes of conduct established by relevant healthcare organizations and regulatory bodies, including HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) compliance.

Evaluation of the candidate's knowledge, skills, and competencies through a combination of methods, which may include:

 

  • Review of academic qualifications, professional certifications, and continuing education courses related to healthcare information management.
  • Documentation of professional experience, including descriptions of healthcare IT projects managed, systems implemented, and outcomes achieved.
  • Examination or assessment of technical knowledge and competency in healthcare IT systems, electronic health records (EHR), health information exchange (HIE), and data security.
  • Interviews or oral examinations to assess the candidate's understanding of healthcare information management concepts, problem-solving abilities, and leadership skills.

The Chartered Healthcare Information Management Manager designation is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated excellence in areas such as:

  • Healthcare IT Strategy Development and Implementation
  • Electronic Health Records Management and Optimization
  • Health Information Exchange and Interoperability
  • Data Analytics and Business Intelligence in Healthcare
  • Health Information Security and Privacy
  • Regulatory Compliance and Reporting (e.g., HIPAA, HITECH)
  • Project Management and Change Management in Healthcare IT

Achieving the Chartered Healthcare Information Management Manager certification offers numerous benefits, including:

Features & benefits

01

Professional Recognition

The designation distinguishes holders as highly skilled and experienced professionals in the field of healthcare information management, enhancing their credibility and reputation within the healthcare industry.

02

Career Advancement

Chartered Healthcare Information Management Managers are wellpositioned for leadership roles in healthcare organizations, IT consulting firms, technology vendors, and government agencies, with opportunities for career progression and increased responsibilities

03

Organizational Resilience

Certified professionals contribute to improving patient care outcomes by leveraging technology to streamline processes, enhance data accuracy, and facilitate informed decision-making by healthcare providers

03

Continued Professional Development

Holders of the designation are committed to ongoing learning and development, staying abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory changes in healthcare information management.