Lead Health Information Specialist

Datavant•Oklahoma City, OK

23h•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. This is an intermediate level position with at least 1 year related HIM experience. , specifically medical record requests, in a timely and efficient manner ensuring accuracy and providing customers with the highest quality product and customer service. Associates must at all times safeguard and protect the patient’s right to privacy by ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to the patient’s medical information and that all releases of information are in compliance with the request, authorization, company policy and HIPAA regulations. Position Highlights This is a Onsite Role Full Time: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CST. Holiday coverage for Datavant recognized holidays that align with the client will not be required. Location: Oklahoma City, OK Ability working in a high-volume environment. Processing medical record requests such as: Insurance requests, DDS Requests, Workers Comp Request, Subpoenas Documenting information in multiple platforms using two computer monitors. Proficient in Microsoft office (including Word and Excel) Preferred Skills Knowledge of HIPAA and medical terminology Familiar with different EHR and Billing Systems Experience working with subpoenas We offer: Comprehensive onsite/virtual training program followed by job shadowing with an assigned mentor Company equipment will be provided to you (including computer, monitor, virtual phone, etc.) Full Benefits: PTO, Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance and 401k Savings Plan and tuition Assistance

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Able to travel local/regionally 75% or more of the time.
Ability to commute between locations as needed.
1 year Health Information related experience.
Able to work overtime during peak seasons when required.
Basic computer proficiency.
Comfortable utilizing phones, fax machine, 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.
Presentation skills for small group settings.
Forward thinking and ability to problem solve.

Nice To Haves

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.

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.
Must meet productivity expectations as outlined at specific site.
May schedules pick-ups.
Other duties as assigned.