Health Information Specialist I (REMOTE)

Lensa; Baton Rouge (LA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare data platform company seeks a professional to manage patient health information and ensure compliance with HIPAA standards. This full-time role offers a remote work opportunity with a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma, strong data entry skills, and excellent communication abilities.

Benefits

Full benefits including medical, dental, vision

401K and tuition reimbursement

Paid time off including major holidays

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills and comfort with office equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process requests for patient health information.
• Manage patient health records and ensure compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as faxing, mailing, and data entry.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, Datavant, is seeking professionals. Apply via Lensa today!

Datavant is a data platform company and the world’s leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format.

Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible, and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world’s leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and healthcare providers.

By joining Datavant today, you’re stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we’re rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare’s most complex problems with innovative solutions. Datavanters bring diverse professional, educational, and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.

Position Highlights

• Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts starting between 8:00 am and 9:30 am
• Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid time off (including major holidays)
• Remote work opportunity with potential for growth within the company

You Will

• Receive and process requests for patient health information in accordance with company and facility policies
• Maintain confidentiality and security of all privileged information
• Maintain working knowledge of company and facility software
• Adhere to the company's and facility's code of conduct and policies
• Report work, site difficulties, and fluctuating volumes to your manager
• Assist with additional duties as required
• Apply medical privacy regulations consistently to prevent unauthorized disclosures
• Manage patient health records and ensure compliance with HIPAA standards
• Prepare new patient charts, gather documents from paper and electronic sources
• Ensure medical records are accurate, complete, and properly ordered
• Create digital images of paperwork for electronic storage
• Respond to requests for patient records, retrieving and transmitting them appropriately
• Handle inbound and outbound calls
• Assist with administrative tasks such as faxing, mailing, and data entry
• Meet productivity expectations as outlined at your site
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Will Bring

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to commute between locations as needed
• Willingness to work overtime during peak seasons
• Basic computer skills
• Comfort with phones, fax machines, printers, and office equipment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Attention to detail and quality in medical records
• Strong data entry skills
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Ability to respond quickly in a fast-paced environment

Bonus Points If

• Experience in healthcare environment
• Previous work in production or metrics-based roles
• Customer service experience
• Ability to build client relationships
• Willingness to suggest process improvements and provide feedback

Pay ranges vary based on location, responsibilities, skills, and experience. The estimated hourly pay range is $15—$18.32 USD.

Many clients require post-offer health screenings and vaccination proof, with exemptions reviewed case-by-case. This role is not eligible for sponsorship.

Datavant is an equal opportunity employer committed to a discrimination-free work environment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on legally protected statuses.

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