Health Information Specialist I

Health Information Specialist I 8516 Virginia Beach, Va 23455 Full-time regular 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 are 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. Onsite | Virginia Beach, VA | Schedule: Monday-Friday: 8:00am–4:30pm est Priority: ASAP Position Overview We are seeking a Health Information Specialist to provide call support, ROI processing, faxing, burning images to CDs, storage ordering/reviewing. This is a patient-facing role that plays a critical part in ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant handling of medical record requests. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with patients, is detail-oriented, and is looking for long-term growth opportunities within a healthcare organization . Key Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Serve as the front desk point of contact for patient walk-ins requesting medical records or releases Provide phone support to patients, providers, and authorized requestors Process Release of Information (ROI) requests accurately and timely Fax, scan, and manage incoming and outgoing medical record requests Burn medical images to CDs and share images electronically as required Support client relationship management through professional communication Assist with reporting and administrative duties such as data entry and email Ensure compliance with HIPAA, privacy regulations, and facility policies Training & Onboarding Datavant DHISC training Hands-on, role-specific training during the first 30 days Qualifications & Skills Strong customer service and communication skills Comfortable working in a patient-facing, front desk environment Detail-oriented with the ability to manage confidential information Reliable, punctual, and professional Ability to multitask and work independently Education Requirement High School Diploma or GED required Benefits & Growth Opportunities Full-time benefits , including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Paid Time Off , including major holidays In-person role with opportunities for growth and advancement within the company What you will bring to the table: High school diploma or equivalent. (Must be from an Accredited Institute recognized by the State Dept. of Education.) Able to work overtime during peak seasons when required. Basic computer proficiency. Comfortable utilizing phones, fax machines, 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. Ability to stay organized while working quickly. Strong attention to detail is also required. Passing annual Introductory HIPAA examination. (Testing to be given annually in accordance with employee review.) Required to take and pass a 90-day ROI Certification course with a score of 85% or higher. 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. Bonus points if: Experience in a healthcare environment. Previous production/metric-based work experience. In-person customer service experience. Ability to build relationships with on-site clients and customers. Comfortable bringing new ideas, process improvement suggestions, and feedback to internal stakeholders. 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: $15 — $18.32 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. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. #J-18808-Ljbffr Datavant