Health Information Specialist II

Datavant•Long Branch, NJ

1d•$17 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

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, Datavanters 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. Position Highlights : 📍 Long Branch, NJ 🕒 Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8 AM–4:30 PM EST Position Overview We are seeking a Health Information Specialist II to provide full onsite Release of Information (ROI) support . This role supports patient services, and ROI processing.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Prior healthcare, HIM, or ROI experience preferred
Ability to work fully onsite
Willingness to travel locally as coverage needs arise
Proficiency with computers, email, and office equipment
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
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

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 schedules 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.