Area Health Information Specialist I

Datavant is seeking an Area Health Information Specialist I to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for processing medical record requests, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HIPAA regulations. This position involves traveling to multiple sites, providing support to healthcare facilities, and safeguarding patient information.

Key responsibilities include receiving and processing requests for patient health information, maintaining confidentiality, and managing patient health records. You will also prepare new patient charts, create digital images of paperwork for electronic medical records, and respond to both internal and external requests for patient records. Additional duties involve answering inbound and outbound calls, assisting with patient walk-ins, and performing administrative tasks such as handling faxes, opening mail, and data entry.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years old. A minimum of one year of experience in health information management is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, is essential, along with strong customer service and clerical skills. The role requires the ability to travel locally or regionally up to 75% of the time and to work overtime during peak seasons as needed.

Compensation for this position ranges from $15 to $19 per hour, depending on experience and location. Datavant offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, health, vision, and dental insurance, a 401(k) savings plan, and tuition assistance.

Joining Datavant means becoming part of a high-performing, values-driven team dedicated to making healthcare data secure, accessible, and usable. We provide opportunities for growth and development, both locally and nationwide, in a collaborative and innovative environment.