Health Information Specialist I

The role

This entry level position is responsible for processing medical record requests. You will manage patient health records and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.

What you will do

• Receive and process requests for patient health information
• Maintain confidentiality and security with all privileged information
• Maintain working knowledge of Company and facility software
• Adhere to the Company's and Customer facilities Code of Conduct and policies
• Inform manager of work, site difficulties, and/or fluctuating volumes
• Apply medical privacy regulations to guard against unauthorized disclosure
• Manage patient health records
• Safeguard patient records and ensure compliance with HIPAA standards
• Prepare new patient charts from paper sources and/or electronic health record
• Ensure medical records are assembled in standard order and are accurate and complete

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to commute between locations as needed
• Basic computer proficiency
• Comfortable utilizing phones, fax machine, printers, and other general office equipment
• Professional verbal and written communication skills in the English language

Nice to have

• Customer Service and Data Entry and Release of Information experience
• Experience in a healthcare environment
• Previous production/metric-based work experience
• In-person customer service experience
• Ability to build relationships with on-site clients and customers
• Comfortable bringing new ideas, process improvement suggestions, and feedback to internal stakeholders

Benefits

• PTO
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401k Savings Plan with matching contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement

Before you apply

• Many clients require post-offer health screenings
• Proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. may be required
• This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship

About the company

Datavant is the data collaboration platform trusted for healthcare. They provide critical data solutions for organizations across the healthcare ecosystem.