Medical Records Clerk

Lowcountry Oncology Associates•Mount Pleasant, SC

7d•Remote

About The Position

Lowcountry Oncology Associates mission is delivering high-quality and compassionate cancer care in our community, for our community and by oncologist who in live in our community. Why Join Us? Our team values the work components of every member to create a culture of people helping people and making a difference in our lives and those we serve. Job Description: The Medical Records Clerk is responsible for day to day organizational and management of all documents related to a patient’s medical record ranging from in-house documents to outside facilities, hospitals, physician offices, and pharmacies. This role will be work-from-home, however you must live within the Charleston, South Carolina area. The first month of training will be completed on-site in at our West Ashley location.

Requirements

High school or GED required.
Experience working in the healthcare field, preferably in a clinical setting or business office.
Experience in medical terminology.
Expert knowledge of HIPAA
Ability to multitask, problem solve, and follow complex instructions.

Responsibilities

Obtain medical records from outside facilities (includes hospital systems, treating physicians, and directly from patients).
Release information to person and agencies according to HIPAA regulations.
Electronic medical record system upkeep, filing, and organization.
Obtain new patient/consult information to ensure the proper appointment in a timely manner.
Answer incoming phone calls and direct calls to the appropriate staff member when necessary.
Distribute incoming faxes and fax outgoing information as needed.
Knowledge and compliance with all confidentiality laws and internal confidentiality measures, including HIPAA compliance.
Protect the security of medical records to ensure that confidentiality is maintained.
Print and mail letters/dictations.
Correct dictation notes as needed
Additional responsibilities may be assigned to help drive our mission of delivering high-quality and compassionate cancer care in our community, for our community, and by oncologists who live in our community.