Health Records Specialist for Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals

Select Medical • Mechanicsburg, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Select Medical is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Health Information Management Specialist to support its inpatient rehabilitation hospitals. The role supports the business and administrative side of healthcare in an organization focused on improving patient outcomes and quality of life. It is based on-site at Select Medical Corporate Headquarters in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, and is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Starting pay is $18 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Two years of experience in a Health Information department within a healthcare facility.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, urgency, and respect for confidentiality.
• Experience with Epic or other electronic medical records (EMRs) and database systems.
• Ability to communicate professionally with hospital staff, clinicians, and external partners.
• Customer-service mindset and collaborative approach.
• Ability to adapt to changing workload and workflow demands.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology or a related healthcare field.
• RHIT or RHIA certification.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA and Joint Commission standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative and qualitative medical record reviews.
• Communicate with physicians about incomplete medical records and follow up to ensure timely completion in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Scan and index records accurately according to policy.
• Communicate with hospital leaders, physicians, and clinicians to support proper record maintenance and timely resolution of issues.
• Process release-of-information requests in compliance with departmental, state, and federal requirements.
• Abstract clinical and quality data from medical records for internal and external reporting.
• Assist leadership with timely data collection and submission, including CMS reporting requirements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Meet annual goals and complete other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Accruable paid time off (PTO).
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Extended Illness Days (EID).
• Personal and family medical leave.
• Access to campus walking trails and outdoor rest areas.
• Thorough orientation and cross-department collaboration opportunities.
• Diverse and comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

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