Lead Health Information Specialist

Lead Health Information Specialist 7000 Farmington, CT Full-time regular Now 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. 📍

Location:

Farmington, CT 🕒

Full Time Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8 AM-4:30 PM EST 🏠

Hybrid:

Majority onsite. The need to travel to the sites will be determined by staffing. 💼 What You'll Do As a Lead HIS, you will play a critical role in supporting daily operations and ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of medical information.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting the Supervisor with inventory management, including Healthsource queue oversight and handling urgent requests Serving as a resource for team members on medical record request processing, EMR navigation, SOPs, and workflows Supporting client and internal escalations with timely follow-up and clear communication Assisting with training and onboarding new hires, providing mentorship and guidance Facilitating team training and ongoing education to reinforce best practices Processing ROI/medical record requests accurately and confidentially Communicating effectively with patients, providers, and clinical staff Performing data entry, faxing, scanning, and other administrative tasks ⭐ What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who is: Friendly, professional, and dependable Punctual and consistent — attendance is essential in this role Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-changing environment A strong verbal and written communicator Skilled in navigating new systems and workflows Experienced in leading or supporting a small team (preferred) Experienced with ROI or EMR systems (required) Excited to grow in a healthcare or medical records setting 🎓 Requirements High School Diploma or GED Ability to work on-site in Farmington, CT Proficiency with computers, email platforms, and general office equipment Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines Prior healthcare, medical office, or HIM experience is a plus Pay ranges for this job title may differ based on location, responsibilities, skills, experience, and other requirements of the role. The estimated base pay range per hour for this role is: $17.92—$24.69 USD To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion. This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.