HIPAA-Driven Health Information Specialist

Center for Elders; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Elders’ Independence is seeking a Health Information Coordinator to manage patient records, ensure HIPAA compliance, and support the interdisciplinary team with accurate, complete health information. Responsibilities include POLST documentation, scanning, auditing, and processing external records for current participants and new enrollees.

The role requires 2+ years in medical records, EHR experience, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in medical records preferred.
• Experience with electronic health records.
• Knowledge of HIPAA compliance standards.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong organization and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Enters and updates data in CEI’s electronic health record, including POLST documentation.
• Scans and files documents to the electronic record promptly.
• Conducts audits to ensure accuracy and completeness of records.
• Identifies and reports documentation deficiencies to team and leadership.
• Obtains outside medical records for current participants and enrollees.
• Monitors clinic fax inbox and ensures timely delivery to providers.
• Responds to requests for access to records and secures approvals as needed.
• Maintains enrollment status in the electronic record and deactivations.
• Prepares records for CMS or other regulatory audits.
• Ensures HIPAA confidentiality and performs duties with discretion.

Skills

HIPAA knowledge

EHR experience

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Education

RHIT or RHIA certification

Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Management

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Job description

Center for Elders’ Independence is seeking a Health Information Coordinator to manage patient records, ensure HIPAA compliance, and support the interdisciplinary team with accurate, complete health information. Responsibilities include POLST documentation, scanning, auditing, and processing external records for current participants and new enrollees.

The role requires 2+ years in medical records, EHR experience, and strong organizational and communication skills.