Medical Records & Data Integrity Specialist

Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Employee development

Relocation assistance

Employee discount

Life insurance

Job summary

UChicago Medicine seeks a detail-oriented Health Information Specialist to support accurate management, processing, and maintenance of patient health information. This role collaborates with clinical and administrative teams to ensure records are complete, secure, and handled in accordance with privacy requirements.

Responsibilities include processing records, updating electronic health records, responding to requests, and supporting audits with a focus on data accuracy and HIPAA compliance in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous medical records, healthcare administration, or health information experience preferred.
• Strong computer and data-entry skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and electronic health records is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain patient health information and medical records.
• Review records for completeness and accuracy.
• Retrieve, organize, and distribute authorized medical information.
• Enter and update information in electronic health record systems.
• Respond to requests for medical records and related documentation.
• Verify patient information and maintain data accuracy.
• Follow HIPAA and organizational privacy and confidentiality standards.
• Communicate with clinical, administrative, and medical records teams.
• Assist with audits, record requests, and documentation projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Confidential handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR) systems

Medical terminology

Job description

UChicago Medicine seeks a detail-oriented Health Information Specialist to support accurate management, processing, and maintenance of patient health information. This role collaborates with clinical and administrative teams to ensure records are complete, secure, and handled in accordance with privacy requirements.

Responsibilities include processing records, updating electronic health records, responding to requests, and supporting audits with a focus on data accuracy and HIPAA compliance in