Medical Records Specialist

Hours: M-F Evening(with holiday/weekend rotation)

Part Time: 20 hours/week

General Summary

Collects, analyzes and processes patient medical information to ensure the completeness and accuracy of clinical documentation.

Essential Functions:

• Assembles medical records and analyzes for quantitative deficiencies and assigns deficient records to appropriate providers per applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements while abiding by the Rules & Regulations set forth by the Medical Staff.
• Collects, prepares and scans patient records according to established procedures.
• Prepares and distributes documents such as physician reminder notices, suspension lists, and/or other controlling documents.
• Retrieves records from various areas for chart processing. Retrieves patient records for continuation of care, Health Information Management (HIM) operations, and record requests.
• Performs release of information functions for continuation of care requests while protecting the security of the medical record and maintaining confidentiality.
• Performs related clerical duties such as photocopying, scanning, answering telephones, setting up/maintaining computer files, reporting productivity data, and distributing incoming mail and reports, operates a PC, scanner, copier and other office equipment.

Travel Requirements:

• Estimated Amount: - Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• Experience in a clinical office setting
• Previous medical record experience
• Strong attention to detail

Courses and Training:

• Course in medical terminology. Upon Hire Preferred and
• Coursework in anatomy and physiology. Upon Hire Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite products.