Area Health Information Specialist I

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‑science companies. By joining Datavant you’ll be part of a driven, highly collaborative team focused on transformative change in healthcare.

Location: Onsite – Charlottesville, VA
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Status: Full‑Time

Position Overview

Datavant is seeking a detail‑oriented and customer‑focused Release of Information (ROI) Health Information Specialist to support a medical facility in Charlottesville, VA. The role processes medical record requests, maintains HIPAA compliance, and ensures accurate and timely release of protected health information (PHI). The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, and experienced with electronic medical record (EMR) systems, and can multitask in a fast‑paced healthcare environment while preserving strict confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Release of Information (ROI) requests accurately and efficiently.
• Retrieve and compile medical records from EMR systems.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance when handling all protected health information.
• Pull and generate reports as needed.
• Perform administrative functions related to ROI processing.
• Maintain organized documentation and tracking of requests.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare staff, patients, and requestors.
• Provide coverage support when onsite staff are out (PTO/call‑outs).
• Maintain productivity and quality standards.

Training & Onboarding

• Datavant DHISC training.
• Hands‑on, role‑specific training during the first 30 days.

Preferred Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Understanding of HIPAA and patient privacy regulations.
• Computer proficiency and data‑entry accuracy.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to commute between locations as needed.
• Willingness to work overtime during peak seasons when required.
• At least 1 year of health‑information‑related experience.

Pay

The estimated base pay range per hour for this role is $15 — $18.32 USD.