Health Information Specialist II- (Onsite) Charlottesville, VA

Datavant; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage patient health information in a supportive role. This full-time position offers a chance to grow within the company while ensuring compliance with medical privacy regulations. You will be responsible for processing requests for patient records, safeguarding sensitive information, and performing various administrative tasks. With a focus on quality and efficiency, this role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to maintaining high standards in medical record management. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity with comprehensive benefits, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Major Holidays Off

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Process requests for patient health information and maintain confidentiality.
• Manage patient health records ensuring HIPAA compliance.
• Support administrative tasks including data entry and handling faxes.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Data Entry

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Office Equipment

Company Software

Job description

Position Highlights

• Full-time Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5:00 PM EST; located in Charlottesville, VA
• Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off (including major holidays)
• Opportunity for growth within the company

You will:

• Process requests for patient health information following company and facility policies
• Maintain confidentiality and security of privileged information
• Use company and facility software effectively
• Follow the company's and facility's Code of Conduct and policies
• Report work, site difficulties, and volume fluctuations to your manager
• Assist with additional duties as needed
• Apply medical privacy regulations to prevent unauthorized disclosures
• Manage and safeguard patient health records, ensuring HIPAA compliance
• Prepare and organize new patient charts, gather documents from various sources
• Create digital images of paperwork for electronic records
• Respond to requests for patient records and transmit them appropriately
• Handle inbound/outbound calls and assist with patient walk-ins
• Support administrative tasks such as handling faxes, opening mail, and data entry
• Meet productivity expectations as outlined at the specific site
• Schedule pickups and 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 and proficiency with office equipment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Attention to detail and quality in medical record management
• Strong data entry skills
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently

Bonus points if:

• You have healthcare experience
• You have previous production or metric-based work experience
• You have customer service experience
• You can build relationships with clients and customers on-site
• You are open to sharing ideas and process improvements