Lead Health Information Specialist

Datavant is the data collaboration platform trusted for healthcare. Guided by our mission to make the world’s health data secure, accessible and actionable, we provide critical data solutions for organizations across the healthcare ecosystem – including providers, health plans, researchers and life sciences companies. From fulfilling a single patient’s request for their medical records to powering the AI revolution in healthcare, Datavants are building the future of how data is connected and used to improve health. Location: Farmington, CT Full Time Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8 AM‑4:30 PM EST Hybrid: Majority onsite. The need to travel to the sites will be determined by staffing. What You’ll Do As a Lead HIS , you will play a critical role in supporting daily operations and ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of medical information. Key responsibilities include: Assisting the Supervisor with inventory management, including Healthsource queue oversight and handling urgent requests Serving as a resource for team members on medical record request processing, EMR navigation, SOPs, and workflows Supporting client and internal escalations with timely follow‑up and clear communication Assisting with training and onboarding new hires, providing mentorship and guidance Facilitating team training and ongoing education to reinforce best practices Processing ROI/medical record requests accurately and confidentially Communicating effectively with patients, providers, and clinical staff Performing data entry, faxing, scanning, and other administrative tasks What We’re Looking For We’re seeking someone who is: Friendly, professional, and dependable Punctual and consistent - attendance is essential in this role Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast‑changing environment A strong verbal and written communicator Skilled in navigating new systems and workflows Experienced in leading or supporting a small team (preferred) Experienced with ROI or EMR systems (required) Excited to grow in a healthcare or medical records setting Requirements High School Diploma or GED Ability to work on‑site in Farmington, CT Proficiency with computers, email platforms, and general office equipment Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines Prior healthcare, medical office, or HIM experience is a plus Pay ranges for this job title may differ based on location, responsibilities, skills, experience, and other requirements of the role. The estimated base pay range per hour for this role is: $17.92 — $24.69 USD. To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post‑offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID‑19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case‑by‑case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related medical conditions, and/or religion. This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship. Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here. Know Your Rights, explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. Datavant is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need an accommodation while seeking employment, please request it by selecting the 'Interview Accommodation Request' category. You will need your requisition ID when submitting your request; you can find instructions for locating it here. Requests for reasonable accommodations will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis. For more information about how we collect and use your data, please review our Privacy Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr Datavant