Health Information Specialist I
Core
Process patient medical record requests (Release of Information) ensuring accuracy, compliance with HIPAA, and timely delivery to providers, researchers, and life sciences companies.
Role type
Entry-level Health Information Specialist (Release of Information)
Builds
Patient health information records and digital images for storage in electronic medical records
Domain
Healthcare / Health Information Management
Required skills
Medical record management, HIPAA compliance, Data entry, Fax management, Call handling, Microsoft Office proficiency, Attention to detail
Preferred skills
Medical terminology knowledge, EHR familiarity, Healthcare environment experience, Customer service experience
Technologies
Electronic Health Records (EHR), Microsoft Office, Fax machines, Printers
Responsibilities
Receive and process requests for patient health information in accordance with policies. Maintain confidentiality and security with all privileged information. Create digital images of paperwork to be stored in the electronic medical record. Respond to requests for patient records, both within the facility and by external sources. Answering of inbound/outbound calls. Assist with administrative duties such as handling faxes, opening mail, and data entry. Prepares new patient charts, gathering documents and information from paper sources and/or electronic health record.
Seniority
Entry-level, individual contributor