Health Information Specialist

Howard Center•Burlington, VT

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Howard Center is seeking a Health Information Specialist to protect and manage clients' health information across its various sites. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with state reporting requirements and maintaining the accuracy and confidentiality of client records. The specialist will interact with staff, supervisors, and external entities regarding information access and privacy regulations.

Requirements

Two years of related experience
Driver's license and use of a personal vehicle
Experience using MS Windows, Word, Excel and Outlook
Understanding of regulations and privacy laws such as HIPAA, FERPA that govern health information and billing

Responsibilities

Monitor Health Information for compliance and State reporting elements associated with Openings, Closings, and Discharges.
Respond to questions from staff and supervisors about consents/authorizations and compliance with privacy and confidentiality laws.
Troubleshoot issues found and utilize EHR Essentials ticketing system to alert clinicians to errors.
Utilize multiple EHR systems and paper records, and conduct audits to ensure completeness and accuracy of all clients' documentation.
Review and approve/reject internal and external authorizations or requests for information after reviewing for compliance with agency, state and federal privacy and confidentiality laws and regulations.
Utilize ROI database as a record of requests and actions taken.
Complete all daily filing, scanning, and indexing responsibilities.

Benefits

Accrue 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
Comprehensive Health Insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.
Two Dental options
Vision Insurance
Employer 401(k) contributions
Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
Childcare Stipend
Employee Assistance Program
Employee referral program with financial payment
Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!
Employee referral bonus, subject to Howard Center policy.