File Clerk I

CONCHO VALLEY CENTER FOR HUMAN ADVANCEMENT•San Angelo, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The File Clerk I is responsible for scanning documents into patients’ charts, opening, closing, and maintaining records, and ensuring required documentation is scanned into the electronic health record before scheduled daily appointments. The role prepares requests for the release of protected health information and maintains medical-record security. The clerk must be familiar with HIPAA rules governing receipt and disclosure of protected health information. The position provides staffing support for the mental health reception department as needed and oversees the medical records department when the supervisor is absent. It also involves general clerical work and other assigned duties. The role is located at an outpatient clinic in San Angelo, Texas, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or a GED.
Considerable knowledge of office practices.
Knowledge of clerical functions.
Ability to perform tasks requiring attention to detail.
Ability to work with special populations.
Ability to type accurately.
Ability to communicate effectively with professional clinical staff.
Demonstrated organizational skills.
Ability to lift up to 44 pounds.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Valid Texas driver license.
No more than three moving violations in the last three years.
Must be insurable on MHMRCV’s insurance.
Must pass a background check.
Must complete all MHMRCV training.
Familiarity with HIPAA rules governing receipt and disclosure of protected health information.

Nice To Haves

Some business or commercial college education.

Responsibilities

Scan documents into patients’ charts on a daily basis.
Open, close, and maintain records.
Ensure required documentation is scanned into the electronic health record before scheduled patient appointments.
Prepare requests for the release of protected health information.
Maintain the security of medical records.
Provide staffing support for the mental health reception department as needed.
Oversee the medical records department in the supervisor’s absence.
Perform general clerical duties and other duties as assigned.