Health Information Flow & Records Specialist

Birmingham-Obstetrics-Gynecology,-P.-C.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham OB/Gyn is seeking a highly organized Health Information & Electronic Records Specialist to ensure patient health information is received, organized, routed, retrieved, and released accurately across the practice. The role involves coordinating records from electronic systems, outside partners, and health information exchange, with a focus on efficiency and confidentiality.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable with technology, possess strong attention to detail, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in medical records, health information, or related healthcare setting preferred.
• Education or coursework in Health Information Management or related field is a plus.
• Strong computer skills and comfort learning new technology.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work accurately with a high volume of patient information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to recognize when information requires additional review, escalation, or follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming patient records electronically and on paper.
• Review, organize, index, and route incoming patient information to the appropriate location.
• Accurately maintain patient information within the electronic health record.
• Use electronic fax and document-management tools to receive and transmit records.
• Coordinate medical records and forms requests with outside partners.
• Verify appropriate authorization before releasing patient information when internal.
• Assist physicians, clinical staff, and administrative staff in locating necessary patient information.
• Monitor requests requiring internal information or follow-up and ensure timely routing.
• Help staff obtain patient information as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Health Information Management related coursework

Tools

Greenway PrimeSuite

Updox eFax

Phreesia

HealthMark

Alabama One Health Record

Job description

Birmingham OB/Gyn is seeking a highly organized Health Information & Electronic Records Specialist to ensure patient health information is received, organized, routed, retrieved, and released accurately across the practice. The role involves coordinating records from electronic systems, outside partners, and health information exchange, with a focus on efficiency and confidentiality.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable with technology, possess strong attention to detail, and collaborate with