Medical Records Clerk (44627)

Urology Clinics Of North Texas•Dallas, TX

25d

About The Position

The Medical Records Clerk maintains medical records, distributes reports to physicians in a timely manner, logs test results, handles prescription requests received by fax, and completes records requests. The employee is expected to assist patients, coworkers, and physicians as needed. The position reports to the Administrator and carries out work in accordance with established procedures while using independent judgment and discretion. The clerk sorts incoming faxes and routes them to the appropriate physician or Medical Assistant; scans reports, consents, and progress notes into patient charts and notifies physicians when items require sign-off; downloads CT and pathology reports and enters them into the Orders Database; retrieves reports requested by physicians or Medical Assistants; and completes special projects assigned by the Administrator or other management members. The role requires maintaining a basic understanding of urology-related conditions, diseases, and procedures, communicating effectively with patients and colleagues, and fostering positive working relationships with physicians, employees, and other healthcare providers. The employee analyzes patient questions or complaints and determines appropriate courses of action.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Interpersonal skills and verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with physicians, Medical Assistants, patients, coworkers, hospital staff, and others.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
Ability to multitask and pay close attention to detail.
Knowledge of medical office methods and procedures.
Basic computer skills and understanding of the practice’s computer system, including EMR, PM, and scheduling.
Knowledge of the Orders Database.

Responsibilities

Maintain medical records and complete records requests.
Distribute reports to physicians in a timely manner and log test results.
Handle prescription requests received by fax.
Sort incoming faxes and distribute them to the appropriate physician or Medical Assistant.
Scan reports, consents, and progress notes into patient charts and notify physicians when items require sign-off.
Download CT and pathology reports and enter them into the Orders Database.
Retrieve reports requested by physicians or Medical Assistants.
Complete special projects assigned by the Administrator or other members of management.
Maintain a basic understanding of urology-related conditions, diseases, and procedures.
Communicate effectively and maintain positive working relationships with patients, coworkers, physicians, employees, and other healthcare providers.
Analyze patient questions or complaints and determine appropriate courses of action.