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Data Entry Specialist - Healthcare
Southwest Austin
Part Time
Full Time
Coins Icon $25 - $35 / Hour
Data Entry Specialist - Healthcare
Southwest Austin

Description

Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Data Entry Specialist and play a vital role in ensuring accurate, timely, and confidential management of patient and medical information. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of our hospital’s data systems, supporting quality patient care and operational excellence.

About the Role

As a Data Entry Specialist in the healthcare setting, you will be responsible for inputting, updating, and maintaining critical medical records and administrative data. Your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy will directly impact the efficiency of healthcare delivery and compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Accurately enter patient information, medical records, and other healthcare data into electronic health record (EHR) systems.
  • Verify and review data for completeness and accuracy before submission.
  • Maintain confidentiality and security of patient information in compliance with HIPAA and other healthcare regulations.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals and administrative staff to resolve data discrepancies.
  • Update and manage databases to ensure current and reliable information.
  • Assist in generating reports and data summaries as needed.
  • Support audit and quality assurance processes by providing accurate data records.
Qualifications & Skills
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or certification in healthcare administration or related field preferred.
  • Proven experience in data entry, preferably within a healthcare or hospital environment.
  • Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and medical terminology is a plus.
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel) and data management software.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to privacy regulations.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Data Entry Specialist and play a vital role in ensuring accurate, timely, and confidential management of patient and medical information. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of our hospital’s data systems, supporting quality patient care and operational excellence.

About the Role

As a Data Entry Specialist in the healthcare setting, you will be responsible for inputting, updating, and maintaining critical medical records and administrative data. Your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy will directly impact the efficiency of healthcare delivery and compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Accurately enter patient information, medical records, and other healthcare data into electronic health record (EHR) systems.
  • Verify and review data for completeness and accuracy before submission.
  • Maintain confidentiality and security of patient information in compliance with HIPAA and other healthcare regulations.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals and administrative staff to resolve data discrepancies.
  • Update and manage databases to ensure current and reliable information.
  • Assist in generating reports and data summaries as needed.
  • Support audit and quality assurance processes by providing accurate data records.
Qualifications & Skills
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or certification in healthcare administration or related field preferred.
  • Proven experience in data entry, preferably within a healthcare or hospital environment.
  • Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and medical terminology is a plus.
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel) and data management software.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to privacy regulations.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
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