Lead Medical Records Specialist

Skillcloud HCM • South Portland, ME

8d • $23 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Chest Medicine Associates is seeking a Lead Medical Records Specialist to oversee day-to-day administrative and clerical functions related to medical records and supervise the medical records staff. The position supports a specialty-care practice in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine. It is onsite in South Portland, Maine, Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three years of experience working with medical records in a medical office setting.
• Understanding of medical terminology.
• Proficient computer skills and experience with electronic medical records.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and state regulations pertaining to healthcare records.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, motivated team player.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work onsite in South Portland, Maine, Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Medical Records staff.
• Prepare patient charts in anticipation of appointments.
• Obtain patient medical records from outside systems for physicians.
• Retrieve patient medical records for physicians and technicians.
• Process medical record requests and releases.
• Receive and scan medical records into the electronic medical records system.
• Maintain a database of all daily office notes.
• Send outgoing records.
• Protect the security of medical records and maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with profit-sharing plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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