About the Project\nSepal is conducting a qualitative research study to define benchmarks of professional excellence in medical records and health information management. We are looking for experienced professionals to contribute their expertise through structured documentation of their work, creation of domain specific screening criteria, and development of high quality case studies.\nSelected contributors will help shape an industry informed framework for evaluating medical records and health information management expertise, with a focus on real world practices, decision making, and professional judgment.\n\nIdeal Participants May Hold Titles Such As\n- Medical Records Specialist\n- Health Information Technician\n- Medical Coder\n- Clinical Documentation Specialist\n- HIM Analyst\n- Medical Records Coordinator\n\nRequirements\n- Associate's degree or higher in Health Information Management, Medical Coding, or a related health field\n- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in medical records management, coding, or health information systems\n- Proficiency with electronic health record systems and medical coding standards (ICD 10, CPT)\n- RHIT, CCS, or CPC certification strongly preferred\n- Fluent in English\n- Currently residing in the United States or Canada\n- Access to a computer with stable internet and video conferencing capabilities\n- Comfortable with remote work tools (messaging, video calls, uploading documents)\n- Able to work independently and follow written instructions\n\nWhat You'll Do\n- Share your professional journey, coding expertise, and health information experience\n- Help define field specific evaluation criteria used in medical records hiring and performance assessment\n- Document at least one substantial records management project, coding audit, or system implementation, including context, approach, challenges, and outcomes\n- Participate in short feedback or calibration sessions as needed\n\nCompensation & Logistics\n- $35 to $55 per hour, depending on expertise and relevance, with bonuses for key contributions\n- Begins with a paid trial period\n- Paid every two weeks based on approved and tracked hours\n- Fully remote and async friendly, work at your own pace within flexible deadlines\n- Location: United States or Canada