Connect. Learn. Grow. Lead.
The Mississippi Health Information Management Association (MSHIMA) is proud to launch the MSHIMA Mentorship Connection Program, designed to bring together experienced health information management professionals with students, emerging professionals, and those seeking career growth within the HIM field.
Whether you are a seasoned leader willing to share your expertise or an individual looking for guidance as you navigate your professional journey, this program creates meaningful connections that strengthen our profession across Mississippi.
Health Information Management continues to evolve rapidly, with ongoing changes in coding, compliance, privacy, data governance, clinical documentation integrity, informatics, revenue cycle, leadership, and healthcare technology. Having access to professional guidance, encouragement, and shared experience can make a lasting impact on career development and professional success.
Why Participate?
For Mentors
Serve as a trusted guide and help shape the future of the HIM profession by sharing your knowledge and experience.
As a mentor, you can:
- Support students and early-career professionals as they navigate education and employment opportunities
- Share practical insights from your professional experience
- Help mentees build confidence and professional skills
- Provide encouragement, networking opportunities, and career advice
- Give back to the HIM profession in a meaningful way
- Strengthen leadership and coaching skills
Mentors may include experienced professionals from areas such as:
- Health Information Management
- Coding and Clinical Documentation Improvement
- Compliance and Privacy
- Revenue Cycle Management
- Informatics and Data Analytics
- Health IT and Systems Management
- Release of Information
- Healthcare Administration
- Education and Workforce Development
For Mentees
Whether you are a student, recent graduate, career changer, or HIM professional seeking growth, mentorship can help you move forward with confidence.
As a mentee, you can:
- Gain practical career guidance from experienced professionals
- Learn about different HIM career pathways
- Receive support with professional development goals
- Build confidence in navigating workplace challenges
- Expand your professional network
- Explore certifications, continuing education, and advancement opportunities
- Learn from real-world experience and leadership insights
Ideal mentees may include:
- HIM students
- Recent graduates
- New professionals
- Credentialed professionals seeking advancement
- Individuals transitioning into HIM-related roles
- Professionals exploring leadership opportunities
How the Program Works
Participation begins by completing the appropriate interest form below.
MSHIMA will review submitted applications and work to thoughtfully match mentors and mentees based on professional interests, career goals, areas of expertise, and availability.
While we will make every effort to create strong matches, pairings will depend on participant availability and compatibility.
Participants can expect mentorship relationships to focus on areas such as:
- Career planning
- Professional certifications
- Leadership development
- HIM specialty exploration
- Workplace navigation
- Networking and professional engagement
- Continuing education guidance
- Professional goal setting
Mentorship arrangements may include virtual meetings, phone conversations, email communication, or occasional in-person interactions, based on participant preferences and availability.
Mentor Commitment
Mentors should be willing to:
- Commit time for periodic communication with their mentee
- Offer constructive guidance and encouragement
- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality
- Foster a positive and supportive mentoring relationship
- Share knowledge, resources, and professional perspective
Mentee Commitment
Mentees should be prepared to:
- Take initiative in the mentoring relationship
- Communicate professionally and respectfully
- Be open to feedback and learning
- Establish clear goals for the mentorship experience
- Follow through on agreed communication and meetings
Apply to Participate
Click here to apply as a mentor or mentee