Area Health Information Specialist I

Datavant2; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Datavant in Fairfax, VA is seeking a detail-oriented Release of Information (ROI) Health Information Specialist. This full-time position involves processing medical record requests while ensuring HIPAA compliance. Ideal candidates are organized and experienced in electronic medical records.

You will be responsible for maintaining documentation, communicating with healthcare staff and patients, and supporting onsite operations as needed. Join Datavant and contribute to transformative healthcare data solutions.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• One year of Health Information related experience required.
• Ability to commute between locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Process ROI requests accurately and efficiently.
• Retrieve and compile medical records from EMR systems.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance when handling all protected health information.
• Maintain organized documentation and tracking of requests.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare staff, patients, and requestors.
• Provide coverage support for onsite staff.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of HIPAA and patient privacy regulations

Computer proficiency

Ability to multitask

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Datavant is the data collaboration platform trusted for healthcare. Guided by our mission to make the world’s health data secure, accessible and actionable, we provide critical data solutions for organizations across the healthcare ecosystem – including providers, health plans, researchers, and life sciences companies. From fulfilling a single patient’s request for their medical records to powering the AI revolution in healthcare, Datavant is building the future of how data is connected and used to improve health. By joining Datavant today, you’re stepping onto a driven and highly collaborative team that is passionate about creating transformative change in healthcare.

Location: Onsite – Fair Oaks, VA. Work Model: supports one hospital in person, however, supports all Inova Hospitals for remote task; physical located at one facility. Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 5 PM EST. Status: Full-Time.

Position Overview

Datavant is seeking a detail‑oriented and customer‑focused Release of Information (ROI) Health Information Specialist to support a medical facility in Fairfax, VA. This role is responsible for processing medical record requests, maintaining HIPAA compliance, and ensuring accurate and timely release of protected health information (PHI).

The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, and experienced in electronic medical record (EMR) systems. This position requires the ability to multitask in a fast‑paced healthcare environment while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Process ROI requests accurately and efficiently.
• Retrieve and compile medical records from EMR systems.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance when handling all protected health information.
• Pull and generate reports as needed.
• Perform administrative functions related to ROI processing.
• Maintain organized documentation and tracking of requests.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare staff, patients, and requestors.
• Provide coverage support when onsite staff are out (PTO/call‑outs).
• Maintain productivity and quality standards.

Training & Onboarding

• Datavant DHISC training.
• Hands‑on, role‑specific training during the first 30 days.

Preferred Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Understanding of HIPAA and patient privacy regulations.
• Computer proficiency and data entry accuracy.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to commute between locations as needed.
• Able to work overtime during peak seasons when required.
• One year of Health Information related experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here. Know Your Rights, explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.

Reasonable Accommodation

Datavant is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need an accommodation while seeking employment, please request it here, by selecting the ‘Interview Accommodation Request’ category. You will need your requisition ID when submitting your request; you can find instructions for locating it here. Requests for reasonable accommodations will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.