Health Information Technology - City College of San Francisco

Health Information Technology from City College of San Francisco is a Campus Associate Health Administration degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The Health Information Technology (HIT) curricula provides instruction and professional practice experience to assist students in developing the theoretical and technical skills necessary to maintain components of health information systems consistent with the medical , administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare delivery system. The college and faculty are committed to providing a learning environment for students. Instructors are health information professionals dedicated to the highest standards of professional excellence. The HIT Program offers an associate of science degree with an Award of Achievement in Health Information Technology. Our Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Information and Informatics Management (CAHIIM). Mission Statement: The City College of San Francisco's Health Information Technology Program provides instruction and professional practice experience that prepare students to write the national qualifying examination for certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) and for entry-level employment opportunities at various healthcare facilities, government agencies, and other healthcare organizations. WHAT ARE HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNICIANS? A career as a health information professional offers a unique opportunity to be a member of the health care team and combine an interest in health information, business, and computer information systems. This is one of the few health occupations in which there is little or no direct contact with patients. NATURE OF THE WORK Each time a patient receives treatment from healthcare providers, a record is maintained of the observations, medical or surgical interventions, and treatment outcomes. This record includes information that the patient provides concerning his or her symptoms and medical history, the results of examination, reports of x-rays and laboratory tests, diagnoses, and treatment plans. Health information professionals organize and evaluate these records for completeness and accuracy. Because accuracy is essential in their jobs, health information professional must pay close attention to detail. View more details on City College of San Francisco . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Health Administration courses.