Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars
Apply knowledge of healthcare and information systems to assist in the design, development, and continued modification and analysis of computerized healthcare systems. Abstract, collect, and analyze treatment and followup information of patients. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promote the implementation of the healthcare information system. May design, develop, test, and implement databases with complete history, diagnosis, treatment, and health status to help monitor diseases.
Common Job Titles
- Medical Records Analyst
- Medical Records Director
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- KnowledgeDesign healthcare information system databases with complete patient history, diagnosis, treatment, and health status data to support disease monitoring and clinical decision-making across integrated care settings.Advanced
- KnowledgeDevelop data extraction and reporting solutions using SQL and business intelligence tools to support regulatory compliance, clinical research, and administrative decision-making.Advanced
- KnowledgeAnalyze patient treatment and follow-up data for clinical outcomes and quality improvement using statistical software such as SAS, SPSS, or R in collaboration with clinical teams.Proficient
- KnowledgeEvaluate healthcare information system performance and user requirements to recommend modifications that enhance clinical workflow efficiency and data accuracy.Proficient
- Hands-onOperate electronic medical record (EMR) systems and health information management software such as Epic, MEDITECH, and eClinicalWorks to maintain accurate patient records.Proficient
- MindsetAdvocate for best practices in health information privacy and security when training staff on HIPAA compliance and proper use of healthcare information systems.Proficient
- KnowledgeApply medical coding standards including ICD, CPT, and HCPCS to abstract and classify patient diagnoses and procedures using encoder software.Developing
- Hands-onExecute database testing and validation procedures to ensure data integrity and system functionality before deployment in clinical environments.Developing
- Hands-onPerform data abstraction and entry from patient charts and clinical documentation using barcode scanners, optical readers, and computerized indexing systems with high accuracy.Developing
- MindsetEngage with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to identify information system needs and troubleshooting requirements to promote effective implementation and adoption of health IT solutions.Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
37,620
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $39,120. 25th percentile: U.S. $48,400. 50th percentile: U.S. $67,310. 75th percentile: U.S. $92,410. 90th percentile: U.S. $112,130. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $39,120 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $112,130 |
| Workers on average earn | $73,410 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Epic Systems
- Henry Schein Dentrix
- IBM SPSS Statistics
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services SSRS
- Microsoft Visio
- Microsoft Visual Basic
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- R
- SAS
- Structured query language SQL
- Tableau
- Teradata Database
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
Technology Skills
- 3M Encoder
- Allscripts EHR
- Amazing Charts
- American Medical Association CodeManager
- Azalea Health Azalea EHR
- Billing software
- Coding database software
- ComChart EMR
Tools & Equipment
- 10-key calculators
- Barcode attachment equipment
- Barcode scanners
- Credit card processing machines
- Desktop computers
- Dictaphones
- Encoders
- Flat-top scanners