Health Information Management Careers Club Valerie Page, RHIT

Getting to the next level requires a significant amount of effort. If you work in the healthcare field, you should be aware of what is going around you. As an HIM professional, it is important that you should always be one step ahead of the game.

In this episode, Valerie is going to share how to stay up to date with health care developments by identifying the types of opportunities that will open in the field of the healthcare industry. If you are actively looking for a job that perfectly fits you and don't miss it, you need to have daily targeted job alerts.

If you wanted to stay ahead of the game, give this episode a play, and don’t forget to share it with your H.I.M. friends!



Highlights:

[00:27] How can you stay up to date in the healthcare industry

[02:37] What are the types of opportunities that you need to be aware of

[05:00] The importance of daily targeted job alerts and how does it keep you up to date?

[06:27] How can you prepare to perform better (even if it is not based on the job description) in order to be more productive and why is it important?

[08:10]  What is the advantage of having work experience in leveling up your work career?



Link: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-page-rhit-14b44466

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Negotiating your salary or compensation demonstrates to your employer that you are capable, confident, and aware of your value proposition. You're in this position because your potential future employer believes you're better qualified than the dozens or hundreds of other candidates they've interviewed. This is a great reminder to always know your worth in order to avoid low-ball salary offers. In this solo episode of the H.I.M. Careers Club Podcast, Valerie will dive deep into Salary Negotiation and Countering Low Ball Salary Offer. Listen to this podcast now and learn how to negotiate your salary! Highlight: [00:34]  Valerie's Frequently Asked Questions [02:11] Making money in Pivoting  Career [05:30]  Reasons why you should never be afraid to negotiate a higher salary [07:21]  How much money do you need to live a great life? [09:11]  How can I make money in healthcare? [14:09]  How do companies offer salary [17:22]  How can you prevent the low ball from happening? [17:46] Mistake #1: Not doing your research [19:55]  Mistake #2: Accepting a job offer too quickly [21:57]  Mistake #3: Setting and Not Negotiating [23:50]  Mistake #4: Revealing too early how much you are willing to accept for the position [25:59]  Mistake #5: Solely focusing on the money and not the value that you bring [35:26]  Why knowing the government Contract Website is important? Links: Website: https://linktr.ee/valeriepage_rhit LinkedIn: Valerie Page, RHIT Facebook: The HIM Blueprint for Success Instagram: valeriepage_rhit Youtube: Valerie Page, RHIT

Are you uncertain about the school you would want to attend? One thing to consider is whether or not the institution is accredited. Accreditation protects the interests of students and potential employers by ensuring that educational programs meet or exceed standards set by experts in the field. In this episode of the H.I.M. Careers Club Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Angela Kennedy EdD, MBA, RHIA, CEO, Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM), Chicago, IL. Dr. Kennedy is a strong advocate for “Health Information Where & When You Need It.” She is recognized nationally and internationally for her work in the area of consumer health advocacy and consumer health literacy. Dr. Kennedy is a former president and chairman of the board of directors of AHIMA. She testified before the US Senate HELP Committee and was appointed by the US Secretary of the Department of Health & Human Services to serve on the Office of the National Coordinator (ONC) Health Information Standards Federal Advisory Committee and ONC Consumer Task Force. Dr. Kennedy has served on the board of directors for Go Care, Bayou Health, and Claiborne Memorial Medical Center. In 2016, she was recognized as one of the Top 20 Professors and Minds in Health Informatics in the United States. Dr. Kennedy has received the Vantage Health Visionary Educator Award, AHIMA Triumph Mentor Award, and the 2017 AHIMA Distinguished Member. Highlights: [03:19] Why should students consider accredited schools? [14:56] CAHIIM's Standard [16:41] What does this mean for those who completed a program prior to 2018 and are planning to take the RHIT or RHIA exam? [19:29] Dr. Kennedy's Recommendation for Students [24:12] Where can students search for program changes? [27:48] CAHIIM's 2018 Call of Action: Status Update [35:32] Dr. Kennedy's words of advice for all aspiring students in H.I.M Professions Links: Website:   https://ahima.digitellinc.com/ https://www.cahiim.org/ HealthManagement.org: Angela Kennedy, EdD, MBA, RHIA

Are you a Healthcare Administration degree holder that is still trying to build a career? This podcast is for you! Healthcare Administrators are often underlooked for the role they play in the healthcare industries, but these people are as important as doctors and nurses. They both provide work that benefits both the public and other healthcare workers such as managing information and data. This profession should be taken as an essential one and those who are in this field should know how important their job is and the many opportunities. Professionals in healthcare administration must also learn to leverage their experiences and make use of their degree to its highest potential. In today’s episode of The HIM Career’s Club Podcast, we will be joined by Courtney Sharea Hunter, MBA, MHA, a Healthcare Admin Professional, and the Lead Key Account Manager at Humana.  She will share how she started in the field and how she was able to reach greater heights. She will also share the list of never-ending opportunities that are available for Healthcare Administration Degree Holders. Tune in to this podcast now and learn how you can grow and succeed in the industry! Highlights: [1:51] A Day in the Life of a Healthcare Professional: What is it like? [3:13] What Courtney does as a Healthcare Administration Professional [5:40] Difference between Value-Based Agreement and Fee-for-Service [10:18] How Courtney’s Career Started in the Healthcare Institution [14:00] Things that Courtney did to improve one’s practice [19:07] Roadblocks that Courtney Experienced in the Industry [19:34] Misconceptions towards Healthcare Administrators [26:14] What other opportunities can a Healthcare Administrator graduate pursue? [27:26] Courtney’s advice for the newbies in the industry Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chunter0415/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneysharea/?hl=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/courtneysharea/noodlemx

Are you experiencing difficulties networking in healthcare? Do you believe that you don't have a network? Will this episode was made just for you! Listen in as Valerie discusses how to be Intentional and strategic with your LinkedIn Networking strategy. Instagram: ValeriePage_RHIT Facebook: The HIM Blueprint for Success LinkedIn: Valerie Page, RHIT The Ultimate H.I.M Job Search Strategy + LinkedIn Masterclass: https://the-rhit-blueprint-for-success.teachable.com/p/the-ultimate-job-search-strategy-masterclass?utm_medium=social&utm_source=linktree&utm_campaign=the+ultimate+h.i.m.+job+search+strategy+%2B+linkedin+masterclass

H.I.M. credentials can be a bit overwhelming, and you can get into the industry without credentials, but your options will be limited. Obtaining a credential takes time, money, and effort—which is why it’s important to make the right choice. In this episode of the H.I.M. Careers Club Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Kengia Sabree, RHIA. Kengia holds a B.S. degree in Health Information Management from DeVry University, an M.S. degree in Instructional Design and Technology from Walden University. Kengia completed her doctoral coursework in Higher Education Leadership and Management at Capella University. Kengia earned her RHIT in 2008, superseding it with the RHIA in 2010. Kengia earned the CCA in 2017 to share the experience with her students. Over the years, she has held numerous leadership positions in Health Information Management in several hospitals throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Kengia transitioned into education as an Adjunct instructor for a Health Information Technology program in 2011. Kengia transitioned full-time into academia in 2016 and found her passion for teaching, mentoring, and helping students earn their certification and secure employment. Tune in to get helpful advice from Dr. Kengia. Highlights: [04:19 ] How Kengia Navigates her Career on H.I.M. [ 11:18 ] Personally & Professionally: The Obstacles Kengia Overcome in her H.I.M Career [23:53] The Misconceptions on H.I.M. Career [28:31] Does Certification really matter on H.I.M. [29:35] Kengia’s mistakes in her career [31:14] Recommendations for Beginners in H.I.M. Career [32:29] How Kengia started her own Company Links: Website: www.the-qualified.com Youtube:  The Qualified Email: Kengia.sabree@gmail.com