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Health Information Specialist I

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$99K - $100K/yr

Strong data entry skills. * Must be able to work with minimum supervision responding to changing ... Experience in a healthcare environment. * Previous production/metric-based work experience. * In ...

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53224 Shift: 8:00AM to 5:00PM Need strong data entry abilities, healthcare experience and attention to details Will take information and transfer appeals documentation over to ...

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How much do health data entry jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for health data entry in Wisconsin is $19.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.49 and $22.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a health data entry job?

Health Data Entry jobs involve entering, updating, and maintaining patient and medical information in electronic health records (EHR) systems or databases. Professionals in this role ensure that healthcare data, such as patient histories, test results, and billing information, are accurate and up to date. They often work in hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, or other healthcare settings, collaborating with medical staff to ensure data integrity and confidentiality. Attention to detail, familiarity with medical terminology, and knowledge of data privacy regulations are important skills for this role.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a health data entry specialist?

To thrive as a Health Data Entry Specialist, you need strong attention to detail, fast and accurate typing skills, and familiarity with medical terminology, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems, data management software, and sometimes HIPAA certification is typically required. Reliability, discretion, and strong organizational skills are important soft skills that help ensure data integrity and confidentiality. These abilities are crucial for maintaining accurate patient records, supporting healthcare operations, and protecting sensitive health information.

What are common challenges faced by health data entry professionals, and how can they be addressed?

Health Data Entry professionals often encounter challenges such as managing large volumes of sensitive information, ensuring data accuracy, and maintaining patient confidentiality. To address these, it's important to develop strong attention to detail, familiarize yourself with electronic health record (EHR) systems, and adhere strictly to privacy regulations like HIPAA. Collaborating closely with healthcare providers and IT staff can also help clarify unclear information and improve data integrity, which are crucial for patient care and organizational compliance.

What is the difference between Health Data Entry vs Medical Records Clerk?

AspectHealth Data EntryMedical Records Clerk
Primary RoleInputting and managing health data electronicallyOrganizing, filing, and retrieving patient records
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, data centers, remote optionsHospitals, clinics, medical offices
Required SkillsData entry, computer proficiency, attention to detailRecord management, organization, confidentiality
CertificationsNone typically required, some certifications helpfulNone typically required, familiarity with medical records systems

Health Data Entry focuses on electronically inputting and managing health information, while Medical Records Clerks handle physical or digital organization and retrieval of patient records. Both roles are essential in healthcare data management but differ in daily tasks and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Health Data Entry job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $40,883 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Registered Nurse - Women's Services / Obstetrics (OB)

SSM Health

Waupun, WI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago


SSM Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 552 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

499th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling

WI-Waupun Memorial Hospital

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

Schedule:

0.9FTE Nightshift with every other weekend requirements.

Week 1: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday

Week 2: Tuesday, Friday, Saturday

Week 3: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday

Week 4: Monday, Friday, Saturday

Week 5: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday

Week 6: Monday, Friday, Saturday

Job Summary:

Manages women's services activities, workflow and nursing resources.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Collects and analyzes pertinent health data to develop and implement an individualized plan of care that includes interventions and alternatives to attain expected, measurable outcomes for women and newborns in the context of woman, newborn, and family-centered care.
  • Coordinates care delivery to promote woman-, newborn-, and family-centered care within their scope of practice. Employs health teaching strategies that promote, maintain, or restore health within the context of a safe environment for woman, newborn, family-centered care.
  • Evaluates the progress toward attainment of expected outcomes in the context of woman, newborn, and family-centered care.
  • Determines decisions and actions on behalf of women, fetuses, and newborns in an ethical manner and guided by a sound framework for ethical decision-making. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for women, newborns, and families.
  • Communicates and collaborates with women, families, health care providers, and the community in providing safe and holistic care.
  • Serves as a role model, change agent, consultant, and mentor to women, families, healthcare consumers, and other health care professionals. Acquires and maintains knowledge and competencies that reflect current evidence-based nursing practice for women, newborns, and families.
  • Generates or integrates evidence to identify, examine, validate, and evaluate interprofessional knowledge, theories, and varied approaches in providing care to women and newborns. Practices, evaluates, and, if indicated, implements new measures to improve the quality of nursing practice for women and newborns.
  • Evaluates their own nursing practice and participates in the evaluation of others in relation to current evidence-based consumer care information, professional practice standards and guidelines, statutes, rules and regulations. Considers resource factors related to safety, effectiveness, technological advances, and fiscal responsibility when planning and delivering care to women and newborns.
  • Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner when planning and delivering care to women, newborns, and families.
  • Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to women's services nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the departments Scope of Service.
  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

  • Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing

EXPERIENCE

  • No experience required


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.
  • Constant standing and walking.
  • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
  • Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.
  • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
  • Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
  • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
  • Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
  • Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
  • Occasional driving.
  • Rare crawling and running.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS   
 
State of Work Location: Illinois 

  •     Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  •     And
  •     Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) 
  •     And
  •         Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  •         Or
  •         Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy Pediatrics (AAP)
  •         Or
  •         Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  •         Or
  •         Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Essentials - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

     
State of Work Location: Missouri  

  •     Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  •     And
  •         Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration  
  •         Or
  •         Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State  
  •     And
  •         Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  •         Or
  •         Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy Pediatrics (AAP)
  •         Or
  •         Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  •         Or
  •         Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Essentials - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

 
State of Work Location: Oklahoma  

  •     Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  •     And
  •         Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State  
  •         Or
  •         Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)  
  •     And
  •         Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  •         Or
  •         Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy Pediatrics (AAP)
  •         Or
  •         Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  •         Or
  •         Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Essentials - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

 
State of Work Location: Wisconsin 

  •     Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  •     And
  •         Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State  
  •         Or  
  •         Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services  
  •     And
  •         Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  •         Or
  •         Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy Pediatrics (AAP)
  •         Or
  •         Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  •         Or
  •         Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Essentials - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

Work Shift:

Night Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

3700000045 WOMEN INFANTS
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36

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