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Patient Service Specialist

Brentwood, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $21/hr

Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where ... Provides guidance to entry level co-workers. Core Capabilities : Supporting Colleagues : Develops ...

Medical Insurance (Health, Dental & Vision) * 401(k) * Paid Time Off * H1B/Green Card Sponsorship ... Informatics #Technology #IT #Tech #Mathematics #IS Security #Network Administration #Networking ...

Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where ... Provides guidance to entry level co-workers. Core Capabilities : Supporting Colleagues : Develops ...

Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where ... Provides guidance to entry level co-workers. Core Capabilities : Supporting Colleagues : Develops ...

Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where ... Provides guidance to entry level co-workers. Core Capabilities : Supporting Colleagues : Develops ...

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How much do health informatics entry level jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for health informatics entry level in the United States is $82,781.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Health Informatics Entry Level job?

A Health Informatics Entry Level job involves managing and analyzing healthcare data to improve patient care and operational efficiency. Responsibilities may include maintaining electronic health records (EHRs), supporting data analysis, and ensuring data security and compliance. Entry-level professionals often work with healthcare providers, IT teams, and administrators to optimize health information systems. Strong analytical, technical, and communication skills are essential. These roles serve as a foundation for advancing in health informatics, a rapidly growing field at the intersection of healthcare and technology.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for someone in an entry-level health informatics role?

In an entry-level health informatics position, your daily responsibilities may include supporting the migration and maintenance of electronic health record (EHR) systems, ensuring the accuracy and confidentiality of patient information, and assisting with the analysis of healthcare data for quality improvement. You may also collaborate with clinicians and IT teams to troubleshoot system issues and help train staff on new software or data entry procedures. Depending on your organization, you might generate routine reports, monitor data integrity, and participate in projects to optimize health information workflows. These tasks offer valuable hands-on experience and set the stage for advancing to more specialized informatics roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Health Informatics Entry Level position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Health Informatics Entry Level professional, you'll need a solid understanding of healthcare systems, data analysis, and basic medical terminology, often supported by a relevant degree such as health information management or informatics. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, health information coding, and tools like Excel, SQL, or healthcare data analytics software is highly valued, and certifications such as RHIA or RHIT can be beneficial. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and clinical staff are important soft skills. These competencies help ensure accurate data management, improve patient care outcomes, and facilitate effective collaboration in healthcare organizations.

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Infographic showing various Health Informatics Entry Level job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,781 per year, or $39.8 per hour.
Account Reimbursement Specialist

Account Reimbursement Specialist

Vanderbilt Health

Nashville, TN

$18.25 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago


Vanderbilt University Medical Center rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 247 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

228th of 880 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community ofindividuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniquenessis sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.

Organization:

VIS Collections & Follow Up

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting supervisor(s) with daily activities and projects performing a variety of clerical duties.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Processes claims, payments, adjustments, refunds, denials, and unpaid patient and insurance balances
  • Accesses and corrects, if needed, demographic, insurance, and financial information
  • Provides accurate account maintenance and documentation
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more.

At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.

    Core Accountabilities:

    * Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance. * Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. * Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job. * Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

    Core Capabilities :

    Supporting Colleagues : Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.- Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.- Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively : - Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation : - Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. - Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

    Position Qualifications:

    Responsibilities:

    Certifications:

    Work Experience:

    Relevant Work Experience

    Experience Level:

    2 years

    Education:

    High School Diploma or GED

    This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which mayinclude health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

    Vanderbilt Health is committed tofosteringan environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.


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