Area Health Information Specialist I

Datavant Corporation; Holmdel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,931 - 26,780; Part time

Job summary

Datavant Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Release of Information (ROI) Health Information Specialist in Holmdel Township, NJ. The role is responsible for processing medical record requests and maintaining HIPAA compliance.

This position involves multitasking in a fast-paced healthcare environment, requiring effective communication with healthcare staff and requestors. A high school diploma and understanding of patient privacy regulations are necessary for applicants.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 1-year health information related experience.

Responsibilities

• Process Release of Information (ROI) requests accurately and efficiently.
• Retrieve and compile medical records from electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance when handling all protected health information.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare staff, patients, and requestors.

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

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

Datavant is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Release of Information (ROI) Health Information Specialist to support a medical facility in Holmdel, NJ. This role is responsible for processing medical record requests, maintaining HIPAA compliance, and ensuring accurate and timely release of protected health information (PHI). This role supports multiple facilities and ambulatory practices throughout NJ, and 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 electronic medical record (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 and 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

Pay ranges for this job title may differ based on location, responsibilities, skills, experience, and other requirements of the role. The estimated base pay range per hour for this role is: $15.92 — $19.44 USD.

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. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.