Health Information Specialist I (REMOTE)

Lensa; Salt Lake City (UT); Remote; Full time

Job summary

A leading career site is seeking a Health Information Specialist I for a remote position. The role involves managing patient health records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards, and performing administrative tasks. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma and strong attention to detail. Full-time hours with comprehensive benefits are offered.

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 professional communication in English.
• Attention to detail and strong data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process requests for patient health information.
• Manage patient health records ensuring accuracy and compliance with HIPAA.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry and handling faxes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Professional communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Health Information Specialist I (REMOTE)

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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 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.

Position Highlights

• Full-time Monday – Friday 8-hour shifts starting between 8am-9:30am
• 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

Responsibilities

• Receive and process requests for patient health information in accordance with company and facility policies.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of privileged information.
• Maintain working knowledge of company and facility software.
• Adhere to the company's and facility's code of conduct and policies.
• Inform management of work, site difficulties, and fluctuating volumes.
• Assist with additional duties as required.
• Apply medical privacy regulations consistently to prevent unauthorized disclosures.
• Manage patient health records, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Prepare new patient charts, gather documents from paper and electronic sources.
• 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 handling faxes, opening mail, and data entry.
• Meet productivity expectations as outlined at the specific site.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare experience
• Experience in production or metric-based work
• Customer service experience
• Ability to build client relationships
• Willingness to contribute ideas and process improvements

Pay range: $15—$18.32 USD per hour, varies by location, responsibilities, skills, and experience.

Note: Many clients require post-offer health screenings and vaccinations. Exemptions are reviewed case-by-case.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Datavant is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. For accommodations, contact us at [e-mail].