Medical Records Clerk
FHCSO•Tishomingo, OK
37d
About The Position
The Medical Records Clerk is an integral member of the interdisciplinary health team and assumes responsibility for medical records maintenance according to the departmental guidelines.
Requirements
- High school graduate
- Previous experience with medical records
- Ability to work and communicate with multidisciplinary healthcare team and the public
- General knowledge of computer processing and experience required
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
- Experience in clerical duties preferred
Responsibilities
- Protects the confidentiality of patients and their records at all times by complying with the health center Patient Confidentiality policy; does not discuss patient information unless directly related to patient case
- Reminds any other staff of confidentiality and HIPAA policies
- Obtains proper release from patient before sending records outside the health center; destroys any purged or duplicate copies of records by shredding
- Responsible for proper maintenance of all records; scans documents into appropriate section of the EHR
- Displays characteristics of discernment, discretion, and attentiveness in all interactions/duties
- Coordinates the copying of medical records; copies the requested information, verifies diagnosis, maintains release, and scans original release into electronic record
- Maintains a close working relationship with all staff to ensure optimal patient flow
- Communicates clearly and effectively with coworkers; aids other departments when bottlenecks occur in patient flow
- Performs other related duties of the department as directed by the Medical Records Director
- Participates in Performance Improvement Team as needed
- Participates in training other and incoming staff as needed
- Processes and maintains records of dismissal letters to patients; produces letters for physicians as needed
- Obtains hospital follow ups and assists in processing those records
- Participates in designated activities and projects for PCMH as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer
- Follows the mission and vision statement
- All other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
