Area Lead Health Information Specialist
Core
Processing medical record requests (Release of Information) for healthcare providers, ensuring HIPAA compliance and accuracy.
Role type
Intermediate Health Information Specialist (ROI)
Builds
Secure, compliant medical record disclosures for patients and external requestors
Domain
Healthcare / Health Information Management
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
HIPAA compliance, medical record retrieval, document redaction, data entry, Microsoft Office, EHR systems (EPIC/Cerner preferred), team leadership basics
Preferred skills
2+ years HIM experience, production/metric-based work background, in-person customer service experience, process improvement suggestions
Technologies
EPIC, Cerner, Microsoft Office, fax machines, printers
Responsibilities
Process and disclose medical records while maintaining strict HIPAA compliance; Lead daily team huddles and train new staff; Generate reports for management; Assist with administrative duties and patient walk-ins
Seniority
Intermediate, hands-on IC with 1 year experience