Medical Records and Scheduling Specialist

Connected Home Health & Hospice•Portland, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Connected Home Health is hiring a full-time Medical Records/Scheduling Specialist. This position will serve our Beaverton and Portland Administrative Offices. Connected Home Health is an established healthcare provider of 13+ years in the Portland metropolitan area and a Platinum credentialed SAGECARE agency. We offer many opportunities to grow and advance your career! Our umbrella firm, Pennant Group (NASDAQ: PNTG), is based in 13 states. Employees are our priority! Connected is fully committed to our patients, but our employees come first! We offer a comprehensive training program -- You'll be provided all the tools for success. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are part of our DNA. Our DEI Committee cultivates a culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates all voices. Career Growth We promote from within at every opportunity! Many positions are listed internally before they're posted for competitive fill.

Requirements

At least three years of experience in clinical records management and administrative duties.
Demonstrated ability to process accurate medical records workflow.
Knowledge of corporate business management and governmental regulations.
Demonstrates good communication skills and public relations skills.
Able to deal tactfully with patients, family members, referral sources and payors.
Demonstrates autonomy, organization, assertiveness, flexibility and cooperation in performing job responsibilities.
Pre-employment criminal background check, and drug screening are required.

Responsibilities

Supports all daily clinical records functions including maintaining accurate execution of clinical records policies.
Maintains confidentiality of all pertinent patient and staff information to ensure patient rights are protected.
Ensures clinical record systems are maintained in compliance with State, Federal, and Agency regulations.
Monitors aged unsigned physician orders and submit second and third requests for signed orders to overdue physicians, calls, or coordinates a visit the offices of seriously overdue physicians.
Supervises the use of the clinical records information system and maintains a comprehensive working knowledge of the system including upgrades and enhancements.
Process weekly clinical reports for Clinical Supervisor/Manager/Director supporting Case Conference and Clinical Accountability Meetings.
Schedule and appropriately document patient schedules in a timely manner.
Participate in coordinating care with leadership and patient inter-disciplinary team.