Medical Records Clerk
About The Position
Properly evaluates requests for patient information and applies appropriate release of information guidelines to fulfill requests. Maintains the electronic health record by analyzing medical records for completeness. Determines deficiencies and notifies providers to complete records. Ensures accurate and timely filing and chart order of medical records as well as maintenance and retrieval of medical records and reports. Creates and routes chart folders for new patients, collects all current discharges and old charts from various departments. May work with Physicians regarding incomplete charts. Adheres to all standards regarding patient confidentiality; rules of conduct as outlined in policy; and departmental rules, policies and procedures.
Requirements
- HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- Knowledge of Medical terminology, chart analysis, medical record tracking, abstracting.
- Verbal communication and telephone skills.
- Ability to deal effectively with detailed confidential information.
- Knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications experience.
- Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence and medical record documentation.
- Development of good working relationships with physicians, clinical ancillary departments, department coworkers, and other health care professionals.
- Knowledge of Electronic Health Records system applications.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate requests for patient information and apply appropriate release of information guidelines.
- Maintain the electronic health record by analyzing medical records for completeness.
- Determine deficiencies and notify providers to complete records.
- Ensure accurate and timely filing and chart order of medical records.
- Maintain and retrieve medical records and reports.
- Create and route chart folders for new patients.
- Collect all current discharges and old charts from various departments.
- Work with Physicians regarding incomplete charts.
- Adhere to all standards regarding patient confidentiality, rules of conduct, and departmental rules, policies, and procedures.
Benefits
- Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
