Health Information Specialist I
Core
Entry-level specialist processing patient health information requests (ROI) and managing medical records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.
Role type
Entry-level Health Information Specialist (Administrative)
Builds
Patient health records and medical information releases for providers, patients, and external sources
Domain
Healthcare administration / Health Information Management
Required skills
Medical privacy regulations (HIPAA), data entry, record management, document assembly, fax/mail handling, phone communication, basic computer proficiency
Preferred skills
Healthcare environment experience, production/metric-based work experience, in-person customer service experience, process improvement suggestions
Technologies
Electronic health records (EHR), fax machines, printers, office equipment
Responsibilities
Receive and process requests for patient health information; maintain confidentiality and security of privileged information; prepare new patient charts by gathering documents from paper and electronic sources; create digital images of paperwork for storage; respond to requests for patient records from internal and external sources; answer inbound/outbound calls; assist with administrative duties such as handling faxes, mail, and data entry; ensure medical records are assembled in standard order and are accurate and complete.
Seniority
Entry-level, individual contributor