Document Management Specialist

Thundermist Health Center • Woonsocket, RI

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Document Management Specialist is responsible for maintaining patient records in both electronic and paper formats. This role involves managing the intake and processing of incoming documents—including faxes, mail, and other physical records—ensuring they are accurately categorized, stored, and accessible as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Proficiency in basic computer operations and software applications
• Working knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to complete tasks with speed and accuracy
• Strong self-motivation and ability to follow written instructions with close attention to detail
• Effective multitasking and time management skills
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a healthcare setting

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electronic filing systems (eFiling) and Information/Data Management (IDM)
• Background in handling medical records
• Familiarity with eClinicalWorks (eCW) or similar electronic health record (EHR) platforms

Responsibilities

• Retrieve, sort, and open interoffice and USPS mail
• Scan incoming mail into designated document management queues
• Create orders and enter results for laboratory tests, diagnostics, and procedures
• Monitor and manage documents requiring re-scanning
• Investigate and resolve document management inquiries related to patient records
• Track and maintain telephone encounter documentation
• Answer department phones and provide support to staff as needed
• Process incoming patient records via P2P (peer-to-peer) systems
• Identify records requiring redaction and process according to established workflows
• Respond to subpoenas and manage related documentation appropriately
• Access external portals to import data into patient records
• Handle emailed requests from patients regarding their records
• Process and integrate outside medical records
• Manage patient inactivation procedures
• Process specific requests for release or retrieval of medical records
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED