Data Uniformity Specialist

Overview

About the Role

The main responsibility of the Data Uniformity Specialist is to identify, investigate, and correct issues related to medical record numbers, electronic and paper health records, and University Hospital’s information system databases. This role ensures the accuracy and consistency of the Master Patient Index (MPI) and electronic medical record data, helping to protect the integrity of patient information and support overall patient safety.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Carefully review and appropriately redact requests for the release of sensitive health information, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and institutional policies. This includes data related to HIV/AIDS status, mental health diagnoses and treatment, substance use history, and alcohol-related medical information.

• Examine and process subpoena requests that involve protected health information, particularly those concerning HIV/AIDS, mental health, substance use, and alcohol-related records. Ensure that all legal and confidentiality requirements are met before any information is disclosed.

• Conduct thorough chart reviews to identify inconsistencies, omissions, or discrepancies in patient records. Work to resolve these issues to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the health information system.

• Support overall patient safety through accurate data management

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Management required

• National certification required (RHIA or RHIT)

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a Health Information Management (HIM) department or in the administrative/business area of healthcare

• Acute care hospital experience preferred

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills

• Demonstrates professionalism, tact, and diplomacy when interacting with:

  • Hospital departments

  • Medical staff

  • External organizations

• Exhibits:

  • Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities

  • High attention to detail

• Proficient in PC applications, including:

  • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

  • Adobe Acrobat

• Equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training may be considered in place of the degree requirement

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation (NJ Job Transparency Law)

The expected salary range for this position is ($66,943.00 - $95,892.00) per year, in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

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We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.