Medical Records Clerk

NaphCare • Des Moines, IA

9h • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Medical Records Clerk to join our team of medical professionals in the Polk County Jail in Des Moines, Iowa. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to a diverse population of patients. As a Correctional Medical Records Clerk, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals who provide care to the individuals in residence.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Minimum typing speed of 45 words per minute.
• Strong written communication and verbal skills.
• Adaptable to environments where conditions may not be pristine.
• Ability to manage and maintain in stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Integrity, professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct.
• Ability to comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining, organizing, and processing inmates' medical records within the facility.
• Entering patient information into electronic systems, filing documents, and maintaining the physical and digital filing system.
• Ensuring the completeness, accuracy, and quality of medical documentation.
• Handling requests for medical information from authorized parties, such as hospitals, clinics, and physicians, while adhering to HIPAA and other privacy regulations.
• Managing incoming and outgoing mail, answering phones, and relaying messages related to medical records.
• Creating, updating, and organizing inmate medical records, including assembling and disassembling files.
• Performing routine clerical tasks and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED