Manager Medical Records

OrthoAlaska•Anchorage, AK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Medical Records oversees the daily operations of the medical records department within an orthopedic practice. This role ensures the accurate, confidential, and timely collection, maintenance, and retrieval of patient records in compliance with HIPAA and all applicable regulations. The manager also coordinates with clinical, administrative, and IT teams to support quality care and optimize recordkeeping systems and workflows.

Requirements

Thorough understanding of HIPAA and state-specific health information privacy laws.
Familiarity with orthopedic terminology, procedures, and treatment workflows.
Knowledge of medical records retention policies, release of information procedures, and audit response.
Understanding of accreditation and payer documentation requirements (e.g., CMS, private insurers).
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations and policies related to health information.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity.
Ability to effectively lead a team, delegate responsibilities, and ensure accountability.
Ability to adapt to changes in technology, healthcare regulations, and practice workflows.
Associate�s or Bachelor�s degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

RHIT or RHIA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct physical exams, assesses health status, orders and interprets tests, prescribes medications, and treats illnesses and conditions including giving injections and suturing wounds.
Consults with physicians as needed and refers to physicians for more complicated medical cases or cases that are not a routine part of a NP�s scope of work.
Monitor therapies and provides continuity of care.
Triages patient calls and evaluates patient problems.
Responds to emergencies including use of CPR.
Counsel patient/family on preventive health care.
Document patient information and care in medical record.
First assist in assigned provider�s surgery cases.
Participate in patient rounding.
Serve appointed rounds in walk-in clinic.