Release of Information Specialist III

MaineHealth; Maine; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Release of Information Specialist III, where you will play a crucial role in validating and processing requests for Protected Health Information. This position offers the opportunity to become a subject matter expert while training new users in compliance with HIPAA and other regulations. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values community and collaboration, with benefits like paid parental leave and flexible work policies to support your career and personal growth. If you are passionate about delivering top-quality care, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Policy

Student Loan Assistance

Training and Education

Well-being Resources

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Release of Information in a healthcare setting.
• Successful completion of a formal medical terminology course required.

Responsibilities

• Validate and process requests for Protected Health Information.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Release of Information.

Skills

Release of Information

Medical Terminology

EPIC

EMR

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Description

MaineHealth Corporate

Clerical/Administrative Support

Req #: 24387

Summary:

The Release of Information Specialist III role validates and processes requests for Protected Health Information in accordance with organizational policies, HIPAA, State, and Federal regulations. This role serves as a subject matter expert for Release of Information and trains new users.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

1. Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a healthcare related discipline preferred. Successful completion of a formal medical terminology course required.
2. License/Certifications: RHIT or RHIA preferred.
3. Experience: Three years of experience in Release of Information in a healthcare setting required. Previous EPIC or EMR experience preferred. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Release of Information Specialist II role.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements: N/A

Additional Information:

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with healthcare professionals who truly value the people around them—both within the organization and the surrounding communities.

We offer benefits that support your needs today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow, including paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, and well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains committed to investing in our care team and fostering an inclusive environment where you can thrive and reach your full potential. If you're looking to build a career where people help one another deliver top-quality care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Kerry A. Huckins at [e-mail]