Job Description
Job Listing ID:
4498772 Job Title:
Lead, Area Health Information Specialist Application Deadline:
Open Until Filled Job Location:
Salem
Date Posted:
05/26/2026 Hours Worked Per Week:
Not Provided Shift:
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Either Full or Part Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly.
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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 ?? Location:
Mountainside, NJ ?? Schedule:
Monday-Friday | Five 8am-4:30pm EST ?? Status:
Full-Time We are seeking an Area Lead - Health Information Specialist to support Release of Information (ROI) operations across health systems in Mountainside, NJ . This role provides operational leadership, coverage support, and workflow oversight while serving as a key liaison between client sites, ROI staff, and internal leadership. ?? What You'll Do The Area Lead plays a key role in supporting daily ROI operations while serving as a leader, mentor, and point of contact for staff and clients. Responsibilities include:
Provide on-site coverage at assigned facilities as operational needs arise Support ROI operations across health systems and associated clinics Serve as a point of contact between client stakeholders and internal leadership Assist with onboarding, training, mentoring, and workflow support for HIS staff Communicate staffing needs, coverage gaps, volume fluctuations, and site challenges proactively Support productivity, quality, and service improvement initiatives Accurately process medical record and ROI requests while maintaining strict confidentiality Manage high-volume inbound and outbound calls from patients, providers, and requestors Handle fax, mail, and electronic request workflows, including logging and tracking Review, date-stamp, and upload requests into HealthSource Monitor fax queues, shared drives, and email inboxes for timely processing Create encrypted CDs/DVDs and maintain proper documentation Assist walk-in patients by verifying identity and processing disclosures Monitor and complete patient transfers throughout the workday Ensure full compliance with HIPAA, privacy regulations, and client-specific policies Maintain working knowledge of site-specific workflows and systems Support continuity of coverage and minimize operational risk ? What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who is: Interested in leadership and motivated to grow in a lead role Professional, dependable, and service-oriented Reliable and punctual - attendance is critical Comfortable working in a hybrid environment with on-site responsibilities A strong communicator with both clients and internal teams Organized and able to manage priorities effectively Willing to be trained and eager to lead by example Experienced in healthcare, HIM, or ROI environments ?? Training & Onboarding Datavant DHISC training Hands-on, role-specific training during the first 30 days ?? Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Prior healthc... Job Classification:
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