Release of Information Specialist II

Davita Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Release of Information Specialist II. This role involves managing requests for medical records while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Candidates should have an Associates Degree or relevant experience in Health Information Management. The position offers a competitive salary and emphasizes a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth and development

Diverse and collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Six months work experience in Health Information Management (HIM).
• In Lieu of Associate's Degree, two years of work experience in HIM.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting requests for copies of electronic medical records.
• Ensuring proper authorization and compliance with regulations.
• Safeguarding patient privacy and managing access to protected health information.

Education

Associates Degree in Health Information Management

High school diploma or GED

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Job Details

Requisition #:

654426

Location:

Johns Hopkins Health System,
Baltimore,
MD 21201

Category:

Non-Clinical Professional

Schedule:

Day Shift

Employment Type:

Full Time

YOU BELONG HERE

What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development


• Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance


• Diverse and collaborative working environment


• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

Our competitive Benefit Package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our employees. You can explore the details of our benefits offering by visiting the following link: https://jhhs.mybenefitsjhhs.com/

Summary

The Release of Information (ROI) Specialist II, under the leadership of the ROI Supervisor, is responsible interpreting all requests for copies of electronic medical records, regardless of to which hospital the medical record request is addressed, ensuring proper authorization and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements relevant to the privacy and security of protected health information. The ROI Specialist II will prioritize all requests directly related to patient care, and ensure record copies are securely sent based on the needs of the patient. The ROI Specialist II will apply controls to accurately identify the correct patient using all available patient identifiers in the electronic Master Patient Index. The ROI Specialist II is responsible for limiting copies of clinical documentation, based on the specifics of the request, in compliance with the Minimum Necessary Rule in the HIPAA Regulations. The ROI Specialist II will ensure a thorough and accurate search of all current and multiple legacy medical record systems. The ROI Specialist II will update the ROI module of the electronic medical record with the information that was sent to the requestor, as well as relevant comments, to support the Accounting of Disclosures requirement in the HIPAA regulations. The ROI Specialist II will safeguard and protect patient privacy by identifying protected health information ensuring, only authorized individuals are granted access to the information, and will abide with all relevant hospital policies, the 21st Century Cures act, State of Maryland, and HIPAA regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates Degree preferably in Health Information Management or AHIMA ROI micro-credential and six months work experience in HIM
In Lieu of Associate's Degree or AHIMA ROI micro-credential, high school diploma or GED along with two years of work experience in HIM.

Required Licensure, Certification, On-going Training:

Salary Range: Minimum 17.11/hour - Maximum 28.26/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

JHM prioritizes the health and well-being of every employee. Come be healthy at Hopkins!

Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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