Posted by Sharecare is hiring a remote Data Entry Specialist – Medical Records for a full-time position focused on accurately processing patient information and supporting the healthcare company’s Release of Information (ROI) operations. The role is well suited to detail-oriented candidates who are comfortable working with electronic medical records, handling sensitive information and meeting strict accuracy and productivity standards.
Data Entry Specialist – Medical Records Job Overview
The Data Entry Specialist will enter, update, validate and process patient information across Sharecare’s internal systems and client Electronic Medical Record (EMR) platforms.
Because the position involves protected health information (PHI), accuracy, confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA requirements are central to the role.
Job Details
- Job Title: Data Entry Specialist – Medical Records
- Company: Sharecare
- Location: Remote
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Industry: Healthcare / Health Information Management
- Work Arrangement: Remote
What Does a Medical Records Data Entry Specialist Do?
The successful candidate will help ensure that patient information is entered and processed accurately while supporting Sharecare’s healthcare information management operations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Entering and updating patient information in internal systems
- Accessing multiple EMR platforms to retrieve and process health information
- Validating patient data and maintaining accurate records
- Supporting the Release of Information (ROI) process
- Meeting productivity, quality and accuracy targets
- Maintaining strict confidentiality of patient information
- Following HIPAA and company privacy requirements
- Communicating professionally with internal and external stakeholders
- Working with team members to improve processes and service quality
Skills and Qualifications
Sharecare is seeking candidates who are organised, dependable and capable of managing detailed information in a fast-paced environment.
Important skills include:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
- Excellent time-management skills
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Customer service skills
- Ability to learn new software and processes quickly
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to consistently meet productivity and quality standards
Experience working with medical records, EMR systems, healthcare data or administrative processes may be particularly useful for this type of position.
HIPAA and Patient Data Confidentiality
Because the position involves handling protected health information (PHI), successful candidates must follow strict privacy and information-security requirements.
The role requires employees to:
- Maintain patient and client confidentiality
- Follow HIPAA standards
- Complete required compliance training
- Maintain current HIPAA certification annually
- Follow corporate information governance and security requirements
- Report unethical, fraudulent or illegal activities when identified
Physical Requirements
Although this is a remote position, the job has specific physical requirements associated with extended computer and document-based work.
Candidates should be able to:
- Sit or stand for extended periods
- Type and handle documents for long periods
- Read documents and work on computer monitors
- Communicate clearly through speaking and hearing
- Lift and carry up to 25 pounds
Who Is This Remote Job Suitable For?
This opportunity may appeal to candidates with backgrounds in data entry, medical records, healthcare administration, health information management, customer service or other detail-oriented administrative roles.
The position is particularly suited to someone who can maintain concentration while processing large amounts of information and who understands the importance of protecting confidential patient data.
About Sharecare
Sharecare is a digital healthcare company that provides technology and tech-enabled services across the healthcare ecosystem. Its platform supports areas including benefits navigation, care management, home care resources and health information management.
The company uses data-driven technology and AI-enabled insights to support healthcare organisations and improve how people manage their healthcare.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in the Data Entry Specialist – Medical Records remote job at Sharecare should review the employer’s application requirements and APPLY HERE.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a remote position?
Yes. The position is advertised as a fully remote, full-time opportunity.
What does the Data Entry Specialist do?
The role involves entering, updating, validating and processing patient information across internal and client Electronic Medical Record systems while supporting the Release of Information process.
Does the job involve sensitive information?
Yes. The position involves handling protected health information, so strict confidentiality and HIPAA compliance are required.
What software skills are required?
Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office and willing to learn additional systems and processes.
Is HIPAA compliance required?
Yes. Employees must comply with HIPAA requirements and maintain current HIPAA certification annually.
What type of candidate would be a good fit?
Detail-oriented, organised and dependable candidates with strong computer, documentation, communication and time-management skills may be well suited to the role.