The Health Information Technician may be responsible for or involved in the processing, reporting, security, and management of health information. Insurance companies, law offices, and governmental entities, also, offer employment opportunities. The degree has been designed to provide an individual the entry level skills required for success in a health information department. Graduates are eligible to write the National Accreditation Examination, given annually by the American Health Information Management Association . The health care industry is currently the fastest growing segment of the U.S. economy and opportunities for skilled professionals are growing accordingly.
Salaries vary with location, skill level, experience, and employer.