Health Information Specialist I (REMOTE)

Lensa; City of Albany (NY); Remote; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in health data exchange is seeking a Health Information Specialist I to join their remote team. This entry-level position involves processing medical record requests and ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards. Ideal candidates will have strong customer service skills and a high school diploma, with opportunities for growth within the organization.

Benefits

Full benefits: PTO, Health, Vision, Dental

401k savings plan

Tuition assistance

Equipment provided

Tremendous growth opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong customer service and clerical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process medical records requests in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of patient information.
• Manage patient health records and ensure accuracy.

Skills

Customer service

Clerical skills

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Health Information Specialist I (REMOTE)

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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 those who deliver and pay for care.

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 technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.

This is an entry level position responsible for processing all release of information (ROI), specifically medical record requests, in a timely and efficient manner ensuring accuracy and providing customers with the highest quality product and customer service. Associate must at all times safeguard and protect the patient’s right to privacy by ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to the patient’s medical information and that all releases of information are in compliance with the request, authorization, company policy and HIPAA regulations.

Position Highlights

• Remote- Equipment Provided
• Full-time, Mo-Fri 8:00 am-5:00pm
• Processing medical records requests
• Full benefits: PTO, Health, Vision, Dental, 401k savings plan, and tuition assistance
• Tremendous growth opportunities both locally and nationwide

What We’re Looking For

• Strong customer service and clerical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
• Comfortable working in a high-volume production environment
• Medical office experience preferred
• Willingness to learn and grow within Datavant

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.
• Consistent application of medical privacy regulations to guard against unauthorized disclosure.
• Responsible for managing patient health records.
• Responsible for safeguarding patient records and ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Prepares new patient charts, gathering documents and information from paper sources and/or electronic health record.
• Ensures medical records are assembled in standard order and are accurate and complete.
• Creates digital images of paperwork to be stored in the electronic medical record.
• Responds to requests for patient records, both within the facility and by external sources, retrieving them and transmitting them appropriately.
• Answering of inbound/outbound calls.
• May assist with patient walk-ins.
• May assist with administrative duties such as handling faxes, opening mail, and data entry.
• Must meet productivity expectations as outlined at specific site.
• May schedule pick-ups.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring To The Table

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to commute between locations as needed.
• Able to work overtime during peak seasons when required.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Comfortable utilizing phones, fax machine, printers, and other general office equipment on a regular basis.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
• Detail and quality oriented as it relates to accurate and compliant information for medical records.
• Strong data entry skills.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision responding to changing priorities and role needs.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks.
• Able to respond to requests in a fast-paced environment.

Bonus Points If

• Experience in a healthcare environment.
• Previous production/metric-based work experience.
• In-person customer service experience.
• Ability to build relationships with on-site clients and customers.
• Comfortable bringing new ideas, process improvement suggestions, and feedback to internal stakeholders.