Release of Information Specialist III

MaineHealth; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Release of Information Specialist III to join their dedicated team. This role is pivotal in validating and processing requests for Protected Health Information, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and other regulations. You will be a subject matter expert, providing training to new users and supporting the organization's commitment to excellence in healthcare. With a focus on employee well-being and professional development, this opportunity allows you to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a collaborative team, apply today!

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.
• Formal medical terminology course completion required.

Responsibilities

• Validate and process requests for Protected Health Information.
• Serve as subject matter expert and train new users.

Skills

Release of Information

Medical Terminology

EPIC

EMR

Healthcare Knowledge

Education

Associate’s Degree in Healthcare

Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare

Job 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 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 health care 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 Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information:

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

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