Medical Records Clerk

Management and Training Corporation•Panama City, FL

1d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Impact lives with Management & Training Corporation (MTC)! At the Bay Correctional Facility in Panama City, FL, our foundation is based upon the philosophies of caring about others, giving back, and making a social impact. We provide a safe and secure working environment for our staff while helping an at-risk population receive the treatment necessary for success on their road back to a healthy, productive life. Position Summary: Reports to the health services administrator. Performs specialized clerical functions in the maintenance of inmate medical records in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, MTC Medical, Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) and Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) directives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
One (1) year office experience including word processing or computer data entry experience.
A valid driver’s license in the state of Florida with an acceptable driving record is required, unless waived by management.
Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.

Responsibilities

Maintain complete medical records and ensure all inmate care documentation is added in a prompt and accurate manner in accordance with FDOC policy for a variety of purposes, lab work, x-rays, immunizations, cursory, consultation, etc.
Perform other general clerical duties including, but not limited to typing correspondence, form letters, schedules, forms and reports.
Proofread, copy documents, process incoming and outgoing mail, answer telephone, receive visitors and file.
Maintain records of services and prepare billing documents submitted to appropriate agencies for facility reimbursement of health care costs.
Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records; observe applicable HIPAA rules.
Complete daily audits of medical records to ensure completeness, accuracy and quality of documentation and review results for any pattern of deficiencies and communicates these findings to healthcare staff.
Process requests for medical information from outside hospitals, clinics, physicians and secures pertinent medical information from other sources relative to the treatment of inmates.
Coordinates notification of transfers to and from other corrections health service departments, obtain medical records and review records daily for completeness and accuracy prior to transfer. Ensures that all transfer/release forms are completed and faxed to the appropriate departments/agencies.
Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.