Contract Medical Data Entry Specialist – High‑Volume Healthcare Documentation & Backlog Management at Hirezen
```html About Taskzeno Giglithic is a leading talent solutions partner that specializes in connecting skilled professionals with mission‑critical roles across the healthcare sector. With a reputation built on expertise, integrity, and a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape, Talentra helps organizations eliminate operational bottlenecks and deliver exceptional patient care. Our commitment to continuous learning and professional growth means you’ll join a community that invests in your success, offers cutting‑edge tools, and celebrates every milestone you achieve. The Opportunity We are currently collaborating with a dynamic, Minneapolis‑based healthcare provider that is tackling a substantial backlog of administrative authorizations. This contract position is the linchpin in clearing that backlog, ensuring that patients receive timely services and that the organization can capture accurate revenue. If you thrive in fast‑paced environments, have an eagle‑eye for detail, and are passionate about improving healthcare workflows, this role is designed for you.
Key Responsibilities
Accurate Data Entry: Input, process, and manage a high volume of medical and administrative documentation for diverse patient populations, maintaining a minimum speed of 8,000 keystrokes per hour while preserving 99.9% accuracy. Documentation Review & Verification: Scrutinize client files for completeness, consistency, and compliance with HIPAA and internal guidelines, flagging any discrepancies for immediate correction. Backlog Prioritization: Partner closely with the client’s leadership team to triage cases, prioritize high‑impact authorizations, and deliver measurable reductions in turnaround time. Quality Assurance: Perform systematic quality checks on entered data, ensuring proper formatting, correct patient identifiers, and full data integrity before final submission. Data Integrity Management: Detect, troubleshoot, and resolve data anomalies or incomplete entries, documenting corrective actions in the tracking system. Confidentiality & Compliance: Safeguard sensitive health information, adhering strictly to HIPAA, state privacy statutes, and Flexoraq’s internal data‑security protocols. Team Collaboration: Communicate proactively with cross‑functional team members, request missing information, and contribute to a seamless workflow. Progress Reporting: Provide structured updates to leadership on backlog clearance status, including metrics such as cases resolved per day and pending volumes. Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies, propose enhancements to workflow tools, and support initiatives that boost entry speed and accuracy.
Essential Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of professional data‑entry experience, preferably within a healthcare environment. Demonstrated ability to sustain high‑velocity typing rates (8,000+ keystrokes per hour) without sacrificing precision. Proven track record of thriving in fast‑changing, high‑volume settings while maintaining an extreme level of attention to detail. Strong familiarity with HIPAA regulations and the handling of protected health information (PHI). Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with team members and leadership. Preferred Qualifications & Additional Assets Experience working for mission‑driven organizations or non‑profit health systems. An Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Health Information Management, or a related field (not mandatory but advantageous). Prior exposure to electronic health record (EHR) platforms such as Epic, Cerner, or Meditech. Familiarity with medical coding conventions and authorization workflows. Experience using data‑validation tools, macro‑enabled spreadsheets, or custom data‑entry applications. Core Skills & Competencies for Success Technical Proficiency: Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), data‑entry software, and basic troubleshooting of web‑based platforms. Analytical Thinking: Ability to spot patterns, identify errors quickly, and make data‑driven decisions. Time Management: Skill in juggling multiple priority tasks, meeting tight deadlines, and maintaining steady productivity throughout the shift. Team Orientation: Collaborative mindset, openness to feedback, and willingness to support peers during peak workload periods. Adaptability: Comfort with evolving processes, new technology rollouts, and shifting priorities. Professionalism: Discretion in handling confidential information and a commitment to upholding ethical standards. Career Growth & Learning Opportunities at Jobspirex Remotiuma believes that every contract role is a launchpad for the next step in your career. As a Medical Data Entry Specialist, you will gain unparalleled exposure to high‑stakes healthcare administration, positioning you for future roles such as: Medical Records Analyst Revenue Cycle Specialist Health Information Management (HIM) Coordinator Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Analyst Proce Apply To this Job