Area Health Information Specialist II - Brooklyn, NY - Onsite

Area Health Information Specialist II – Brooklyn, NY – Onsite 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, Datavant’s role is building the future of how data is connected and used to improve health. By joining Datavant today, you’re stepping onto a driven and highly collaborative team that is passionate about creating transformative change in healthcare. Schedule and Location Monday‑Friday 8:30‑5:00 PM – Brooklyn, NY Responsibilities Receive and process requests for patient health information in accordance with Company and Facility policies and procedures Maintain confidentiality and security with all privileged information Maintain working knowledge of Company and facility software Adhere to the Company’s and Customer facilities Code of Conduct and policies Inform manager of work, site difficulties, and/or fluctuating volumes Assist with additional work duties or responsibilities as evident or required Consistent application of medical privacy regulations to guard against unauthorized disclosure Responsible for managing patient health records Responsible for safeguarding patient records and ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards Prepares new patient charts, gathering documents and information from paper sources and/or electronic health record Ensures medical records are assembled in standard order and are accurate and complete Creates digital images of paperwork to be stored in the electronic medical record Responds to requests for patient records, both within the facility and by external sources, retrieving them and transmitting them appropriately Answering of inbound/outbound calls May assist with patient walk‑ins May assist with administrative duties such as handling faxes, opening mail, and data entry May schedule pick‑ups Assist with training associates in the HIS I position Generates reports for manager or facility as directed Must exceed level 1 productivity expectations as outlined at specific site Participates in project teams and committees to advance operational strategies and initiatives as needed Acts in a lead role with staff regarding general questions and assists with new‑hire training and developmental training Other duties as assigned Health Screening and Vaccination Requirement 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. Employment Sponsorship This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr