Medical Records Clerk
About The Position
Medical Records Clerk Location: Columbus, OH Pay Range: $25hr - $35hr About RiverVista Behavioral Health RiverVista is located in Columbus, Ohio and serves Franklin and surrounding counties. The focus is on behavioral health for inpatient and outpatient treatments. About the Role : In this role, you’ll play an important part in supporting quality patient care by making sure medical records are accurate, complete, secure, and available when needed. You’ll work alongside clinical and administrative teams in an environment where your attention to detail truly matters. If you’re someone who takes pride in accuracy, protects confidential information, and enjoys being the person others can count on, we’d love to hear from you.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be 21 or older
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer skills and the ability to learn electronic health record systems.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in medical records, health information management, healthcare administration, or a related field.
- Experience working with an electronic health record (EHR) system.
- Knowledge of HIPAA and healthcare privacy requirements.
- Experience with scanning, indexing, document management, or release-of-information processes.
- Healthcare experience in behavioral health, residential care, rehabilitation, or a similar setting.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date electronic and paper medical records.
- Review records for completeness and follow up on missing or incomplete documentation.
- Process medical record and release-of-information requests while protecting patient privacy.
- Verify appropriate authorization before releasing confidential health information.
- Scan, upload, index, and file documentation accurately in the electronic health record.
- Assist clinical and administrative team members with locating and retrieving records.
- Track medical record requests and releases and ensure they are completed within required timeframes.
- Support internal audits, quality reviews, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA and River Vista confidentiality policies.
- Communicate professionally with staff, patients, families, and other authorized parties.
- Help ensure our medical records processes support safe, efficient, high-quality patient care.
- Perform additional administrative and medical records duties as needed.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options, Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy), Dental, Vision
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- 401(k) with company contribution; Life and disability coverage
- Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 and student loan forgiveness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
