Health Information Specialist I

Datavant; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Health Information Specialist to manage patient records and ensure compliance with privacy regulations. This role involves processing health information requests, maintaining confidentiality, and assisting with administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Join a team that values professional development and offers comprehensive benefits, including medical and tuition reimbursement. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to patient care while growing your career in health information management.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Major holidays off

Qualifications

• 1 year of Health Information related experience is required.
• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Process requests for patient health information according to policies.
• Manage patient health records ensuring HIPAA compliance.
• Assist with administrative duties and training associates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry skills

Professional communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Company and facility software

Job description

Position Highlights

• Monday-Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm, 1 Hour lunch
• Location: Champaign, IL
• Full-time benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off (including major holidays)

You will:

• Receive and process requests for patient health information in accordance with Company and Facility policies and procedures.
• 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.
• Assist with additional work duties or responsibilities as evident or required.
• Enhance attention to detail for medical records.
• Consistently apply medical privacy regulations to guard against unauthorized disclosure.
• Manage patient health records and ensure compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Prepare new patient charts, gather documents from paper and electronic sources, and ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Create digital images of paperwork for electronic storage.
• Respond to requests for patient records, retrieving and transmitting them appropriately.
• Answer inbound/outbound calls and assist with patient walk-ins if needed.
• Assist with administrative duties such as handling faxes, opening mail, data entry, and scheduling pickups.
• Assist with training associates in the HIS positions and participate in project teams and committees.
• Mentor HIS staff for professional development and participate in onboarding activities.
• Assist with Quality Assurance tasks as directed.
• Lead staff regarding general questions and training, and lead training sessions for staff development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will bring to the table:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to commute between locations as needed.
• Willingness to work overtime during peak seasons.
• 1-year Health Information related experience.
• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with office equipment.
• Professional communication skills in English.
• Attention to detail and quality in medical records.
• Strong data entry skills and ability to respond to changing priorities.
• Organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Presentation skills for small groups and problem-solving abilities.

Bonus points if:

• 2+ years of Health Information experience.
• Meet or exceed company's productivity standards.
• Previous production/metric-based work experience.
• In-person customer service experience.
• Ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Comfortable with process improvements and providing feedback.