Release of Information Specialist

at  UnityPoint Health

Overview:
We’re seeking a Release of Information Specialist to join our team! In this role, you’ll receive, validate, document and respond to written, telephone and in person requests for information contained in the legal medical record in a timely and efficient manner. These requests could come from other health care organizations, attorneys, insurance companies, patients, and other interested third parties.
Location: Marshalltown, Iowa

WHAT ARE TEAM MEMBER VACCINE REQUIREMENTS?

As part of keeping our communities safe and healthy, all team members must be vaccinated for influenza and Tdap, provide proof of immunity to MMR and varicella, and be tested for tuberculosis. New hires must submit proof of vaccination or an approved exemption to begin work. If you have questions, please contact a recruiter or ask at any time during the interview process. UPH strongly recommends that all team members receive the updated 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccine, and at this time, UnityPoint Health – Meriter requires Covid-19 vaccination or an approved exemption.
Responsibilities:

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Associates degree in Health Science preferred
• Medical Terminology knowledge preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience in a hospital/clinic setting or experience with electronic health records.
• 3+ years of experience with an electronic health record or hospital/medical setting preferred.
• Prior Release of Information experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Read, writes, comprehends and speak fluent English
• Demonstrates the ability to multi-task and work in an organized, efficient, and process-oriented manner
• Exhibits excellent oral communication skills and the ability to interact with customers and team members with diverse education, life style and back grounds in accordance to the affiliate’s mission and vision.
• Possesses complex problem-solving skills in reasoning through work related issues
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to write clear and concise, grammatically correct notes and business correspondence without close supervision

Please refer the Job description for details