Lead, Area Health Information Specialist

Datavant2; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Datavant2 in Alexandria, VA is hiring a Lead Health Information Specialist to oversee operations and ensure compliance in medical information management. This full-time position involves processing medical record requests, training staff, and supporting overall quality goals within a healthcare setting.

The ideal candidate has experience in healthcare, knowledge of HIPAA, and is a strong communicator with leadership skills. The role requires daily on-site work and local travel as necessary.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in healthcare, medical records, HIM, or Release of Information (ROI) required.
• Ability to work on-site daily.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally on a weekly basis as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations and ensure accuracy and compliance of medical information.
• Process medical record requests accurately and confidentially in compliance with HIPAA.
• Assist in training and onboarding of new hires.

Skills

Healthcare experience

HIPAA knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Datavant is the data collaboration platform trusted for healthcare. Guided by our mission to make the world’s health data secure, accessible and actionable, we provide critical data solutions for organizations across the healthcare ecosystem – including providers, health plans, researchers, and life sciences companies. From fulfilling a single patient’s request for their medical records to powering the AI revolution in healthcare, Datavant builders are creating the future of how data is connected and used to improve health.

Location & Work Model

Location: Alexandria, VA
Work Model: On‑Site with Travel (local travel required)
Schedule: Monday–Friday 8:30 AM – 5 PM EST
Status: Full‑Time

What You’ll Do

As a Lead Health Information Specialist (LHIS), you will play a critical role in supporting daily operations and ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of medical information. This role combines hands‑on Release of Information (ROI) work with leadership support, training, and team coordination.

• Providing call support and assisting with ROI‑related inquiries
• Processing medical record requests accurately and confidentially in compliance with HIPAA
• Assisting the Supervisor with inventory management, including Healthsource queue oversight and prioritization of urgent requests
• Serving as a subject‑matter resource for team members on ROI workflows, EMR navigation, SOPs, and best practices
• Supporting client and internal escalations with timely follow‑up and clear communication
• Assisting with training and onboarding of new hires, including mentoring and coaching
• Facilitating team training sessions and ongoing education to reinforce compliance and quality standards
• Performing data entry, faxing, scanning, and other administrative duties as needed
• Maintaining professionalism and effective communication with patients, providers, and clinical staff
• Supporting overall team productivity and quality goals

Training & Onboarding

• VROI training supported
• On‑the‑job, onsite training provided within the first 30 days

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to work on‑site daily
• Willingness and ability to travel locally on a weekly basis as needed
• Prior experience in healthcare, medical records, HIM, or Release of Information (ROI) required
• Supervisory or lead experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency with computers, email systems, and standard office equipment
• Strong understanding of HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Friendly, professional, and dependable
• Punctual and consistent – attendance is essential
• Adaptable and comfortable in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
• A strong verbal and written communicator
• Confident navigating multiple systems and workflows
• Experienced in leading, mentoring, or supporting a small team (preferred)
• Knowledgeable in ROI processes and EMR systems (required)
• Motivated to grow within a healthcare or medical records environment

Additional Information

To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post‑offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID‑19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case‑by‑case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related medical conditions, and/or religion.

This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.

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