Health Information Specialist

Datavant

. Process release-of-information requests and medical record requests accurately and efficiently .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in processing medical record requests while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintaining patient confidentiality. Proficient in data entry and managing patient health information with attention to detail and quality.

Highest-signal resume keywords

HIPAA ComplianceData Entry SkillsMedical Record ManagementPatient Privacy SafeguardingProfessional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Data EntryMedical Record ProcessingPatient Chart PreparationElectronic Health Record ManagementRecord VerificationInformation RetrievalConfidentiality MaintenanceCompliance ManagementBasic Computer ProficiencyOffice Equipment Utilization

Soft Skills

Detail OrientedOrganizational SkillsAdaptabilityCustomer ServiceRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Record SoftwareFax MachinePrintersGeneral Office Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Healthcare EnvironmentPatient Health InformationRelease Of InformationConfidential InformationProduction-Based Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process release-of-information requests and medical record requests accurately and efficiently
Safeguard patient privacy and ensure releases comply with authorizations, company policy, and HIPAA regulations
Receive and process patient health information according to company and facility policies
Maintain confidentiality and security of privileged information
Maintain working knowledge of company and facility software
Inform the manager about work, site difficulties, and fluctuating volumes
Manage patient health records and ensure compliance with HIPAA standards
Prepare new patient charts using paper and electronic health record sources
Assemble medical records in standard order and verify accuracy and completeness
Create digital images of paperwork for electronic medical records
Retrieve and appropriately transmit patient records to internal and external requesters
Answer inbound and outbound calls and provide medical record status
Assist with patient walk-ins
Handle faxes, mail, data entry, and pickup scheduling as needed
Meet site-specific productivity expectations
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to commute between locations as needed
Able to work overtime during peak seasons when required
Basic computer proficiency
Comfortable utilizing phones, fax machine, printers, and other general office equipment on a regular basis
Professional verbal and written communication skills in the English language
Detail and quality oriented as it relates to accurate and compliant information for medical records
Strong data entry skills
Must be able to work with minimum supervision responding to changing priorities and role needs
Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks
Able to respond to requests in a fast-paced environment
This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship
Experience in a healthcare environment is a bonus
Previous production/metric-based work experience is a bonus
In-person customer service experience is a bonus
Ability to build relationships with on-site clients and customers is a bonus
Comfortable bringing new ideas, process improvement suggestions, and feedback to internal stakeholders is a bonus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive onsite/virtual training program followed by job shadowing with an assigned mentor
Company equipment will be provided, including computer, monitor, and virtual phone
PTO
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401k Savings Plan
Tuition Assistance