Health Information Technology

The DACC Health Information Technology (HIT) Program prepares students for careers in Health Information Management (HIM). The program is accredited by CAHIIM, allowing graduates to take the RHIT exam. This credential is well-respected in the HIM field and offers great job opportunities and earning potential. HIT graduates can work on-site or remotely in various roles across the healthcare industry.

Health Information Technology (HIT) graduates have a wide array of job opportunities awaiting them in various sectors of healthcare. Here are some key roles:

1. Health Information Technician
2. Medical Records Technician
3. Medical Coder
4. Health Data Analyst
5. Clinical Documentation Specialist
6. Compliance Officer
7. Patient Information Coordinator
8. Health Information Manager
9. Electronic Health Record (EHR) Specialist
10. Insurance Claims Analyst
11. Medical Office Administrator
12. Cancer Registry Specialist

These opportunities are growing, especially with the increasing digitization of health records and the need for skilled professionals to manage, analyze, and protect health information.

Check out the many career possibilities on this interactive career map at:

https://my.ahima.org/careermap.

Check out the earning potential at:

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-records-and-health-information-technicians.htm

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/health-information-technologists-and-medical-registrars.htm#tab-5

Graduation Year 2023

RHIT Pass rate 2022-2023 Academic Year

80%

Graduation Rate

Enrolled Students – 10
Completers – 9
Graduation Rate – 90%

Employment Data

Employment Within One Year - 80%

Student Satisfaction:

Question 1 (Majority Strongly Agree)

The Health Information Technology Program prepared me to:

• Acquire the knowledge necessary to function in my current job.
• Use sound judgement while functioning in my current job.
• Recommend appropriate procedures relevant to my job.
• Think critically, solve problems, and develop appropriate action steps.

Question 2 (Majority Strongly Agree)

Concerning Practice Proficiency:

• The HIT Program prepared me with the HIM skills to perform as an HIM professional.
• My professional practice experiences were valuable in reinforcing my HIM skills.

Question 3 (Majority Strongly Agree)

Concerning the workplace, the HIT Program prepared me to:

• Communicate effectively within my work setting.
• Conduct myself in an ethical and professional manner.
• Manage my time efficiently while functioning in my current job.
• Function effectively as a team member.

Kelly Johnson, Director of Health Information Technology
k.johnson@dacc.edu
MM-112
217-554-1678
Danville Area Community College

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