University Hospital · 3 weeks ago
Data Uniformity Specialist II
Newark, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$67K/yr - $96K/yrUniversity Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, serving as the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. The Data Uniformity Specialist II is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and consistency of medical records and patient information, which is crucial for patient safety and compliance with privacy regulations.
EducationHealth Care
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management required
National certification required (RHIA or RHIT)
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
Preferred
Acute care hospital experience preferred
Benefits
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
Company
University Hospital
University Hospital is an independent medical center with more than 500 licensed beds, an active medical staff of more than 600, and over 3,000 employees.
Founded in 1882
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.4MKey Investors
Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey
2023-10-27Grant· $0.4M
Leadership Team
Alexandre Barbosa
Human Resources Business Partner
Frank Sinatra
Chief Information Security Officer
Recent News
2025-03-06
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