Health Information Specialist

Health Information Specialist Job Category: Administrative Requisition Number: HEALT001218 Posted: November 22, 2025 Full-Time On-site Mental Health Services Burlington, VT 05401, USA Job Details Description Click the link below to learn how Howard Center helps change lives: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Wchi-A_Ks0 Health Informatics Specialist: Protect and manage clients' health information at Howard Center sites. Responsibilities: Monitor Health Information for compliance and State reporting elements associated with Openings, Closings, and Discharges. Responds to questions from staff and supervisors about consents/authorizations and compliance with privacy and confidentiality laws. Troubleshoot issues found and utilize EHR Essentials ticketing system to alert clinicians to errors. Utilizes multiple EHR systems and paper records, and conduct audits to ensure completeness and accuracy of all clients' documentation Reviews and approves/rejects internal and external authorizations or requests for information after reviewing for compliance with agency, state and federal privacy and confidentiality laws and regulations. Utilize ROI database as a record of requests and actions taken Complete all daily filing, scanning, and indexing responsibilities Requirements: Two years of related experience Driver's license and use of a personal vehicle Experience using MS Windows, Word, Excel and Outlook Understanding of regulations and privacy laws such as HIPAA, FERPA that govern health information and billing Structure: Full time Nonexempt Starting at $21.40 an hour We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience Benefits: Accrue 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more Comprehensive Health Insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible. Two Dental options Vision Insurance Employer 401(k) contributions Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account Childcare Stipend Employee Assistance Program Employee referral program with financial payment Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more! Employee referral bonus, subject to Howard Center policy. Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence. Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.