Medical Records Clerk

Wellpath•Chester, PA

About The Position

The Medical Records Clerk maintains accurate health records by organizing and managing an approved records system. The role ensures patient information is properly documented, secure, up to date, and accessible to authorized individuals. The clerk performs clerical and technical duties, supports medical appointment scheduling and reporting, and participates in quality-of-care audits.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Training in an accredited medical record program or at least one year of experience in an established medical record system is preferred, but not mandatory.
Must reside in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Training in an accredited medical record program.
At least one year of experience in an established medical record system.

Responsibilities

Protect the confidentiality of medical records and complete forms for release of information; refer questionable requests to the Medical Records Supervisor or Health Services Administrator (HSA).
Maintain current medical-record filing and perform clerical and technical tasks, including preparing reports and correspondence, answering telephones, relaying messages, transferring calls, and filing loose documentation from inside and outside the institution.
Schedule inmates for medical appointments as requested.
Assist the Medical Records Supervisor with periodic statistical reports and other management information system requirements.
Participate in quality-of-care screen audits to promote Quality Improvement standards.
Organize and maintain health records, ensuring patient information is properly documented and secure.