Area Health Information Specialist I

Datavant Corporation; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Datavant Corporation seeks an Area Health Information Specialist I in Fairfax, VA to process medical record requests and ensure HIPAA compliance. In this full-time role, candidates must be detail-oriented and able to adapt in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities include managing ROI requests efficiently, retrieving records from EMR systems, and ensuring effective communication with healthcare staff and patients. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Process Release of Information (ROI) requests accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance when handling protected health information.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare staff, patients, and requestors.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of HIPAA and patient privacy regulations

Computer proficiency

Data entry accuracy

Ability to multitask

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Area Health Information Specialist I

7040 Fairfax, VA 22033 • Full-time regular • Apply Now

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 – Fairfax, VA
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 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 Lynchburg, 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 Release of Information (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
• 1‑year Health Information related experience

Many of our clients require post‑offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID‑19, etc. Exemptions may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion.

This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.

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 any other legally protected status. To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement. Know Your Rights, explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections.