Medical Records Associate

Astera Cancer Care • East Brunswick, NJ

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Medical Records Associate is responsible for maintaining, organizing, and managing patient health records in accordance with federal regulations and facility policies. This is a hybrid position in NJ.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of experience in a medical office setting preferred
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse team
• Friendly, upbeat personality
• Team player
• Ability to work in a hybrid, remote, or at an Astera facility

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain Patient Records: collect, organize, and ensure accuracy of patient records in the electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Documentation and Scanning: scan, upload, and index documents into EHR systems, ensuring proper labeling and categorization.
• Request Handling: Retrieve and deliver medical records as requested by physicians, nurses, and authorized personnel.
• Regulatory Compliance: Respond to information requests and release of information (ROI) requests in compliance with HIPAA and other applicable laws.
• Collaboration & Audits: Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to resolve discrepancies and perform routine audits to ensure record accuracy.
• Confidentiality: Maintain security and confidentiality of patient information.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on changes in record-keeping standards and health information regulations.
• Active accordance with host organization EMR/Portal systems

Benefits

• comprehensive benefit package
• paid time off
• immediate eligibility for medical, dental, vision, life , disability , HSA, FSA and other ancillary benefits
• 401(k) plan with company contribution
• profit sharing
• tuition assistance
• employee referral bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees