Lead Health Information Specialist

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: Charlottesville, VA

Full Time Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM EST

Hybrid: 1-2 on-site visits per month (Wednesdays)

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

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

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to work on‑site in Charlottesville, VA 1‑2 times per month (Wednesdays)
• 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
• Supervisory experience strongly preferred, but not required for the right candidate

Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.

Datavant is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need an accommodation while seeking employment, please request by selecting the ‘Interview Accommodation Request’ category. You will need your requisition  submitting your request; instructions for locating it are available. Requests for reasonable accommodations will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.