HIPAA Records & Release Specialist II

Heartland Community Health Center; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Community Health Center seeks an Health Information Management Specialist II to compile, organize, protect, and release confidential medical records. You will assist with patient, staff, and third-party requests for information in compliance with federal and state laws.

Responsibilities include processing subpoenas, verifying authorizations, pulling records, and ensuring proper documentation. This role requires strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to meet

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Health Information Management or related field preferred; additional certification strongly preferred.
• 2+ years of Health Information Management services experience required; experience with eCW strongly preferred.
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to self-monitor work quality.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and handle difficult situations professionally.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between Medical Records and other Heartland departments regarding release of information
• Process subpoenas and court orders under guidance of Director of Risk and Compliance
• Verify authorizations prior to releasing records to ensure legal rights
• Pull records for patient care, quality reviews and audits promptly
• Ensure releases meet ROI indications and are documented for tracking
• Back-up coverage for scanning and merging documents into EHR
• Provide reports to supervisor as requested
• Maintain knowledge of applicable statutes and regulations

Skills

Critical thinking

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Deadline driven

Education

Associates degree in Health Information Management

Certification preferred

Tools

eCW

Job description

Heartland Community Health Center seeks an Health Information Management Specialist II to compile, organize, protect, and release confidential medical records. You will assist with patient, staff, and third-party requests for information in compliance with federal and state laws.

Responsibilities include processing subpoenas, verifying authorizations, pulling records, and ensuring proper documentation. This role requires strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to meet