Medical Records Clerk - Preadmission Testing

Albany Medical Center • Albany, NY

9d • $40,310 - $52,403 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Records Clerk is responsible for managing patient health files. They ensure patient records are held strictly confidential and provide excellent customer service to all internal external stakeholders. This role is part of the Pre-Admission Services department and operates on a Monday-Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Medical terminology (Low proficiency)
• Computer skills (Medium proficiency)
• Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree
• 1-3 years Medical office experience

Responsibilities

• Requests medical records from Patients/Providers/Healthcare institutions
• Prepares copies of records when presented with properly completed medical release forms
• Organizes and evaluates records for completeness and accuracy
• Uploads all patient records into the EMR system
• Runs queries in EMR system to follow up on requested medical records
• Follows up on medical records that are not received within one week of request
• Greet and assist visitors in a courteous manner.
• Answer phones in a courteous manner.

Benefits

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

What This Job Offers

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