Medical Records Coordinator - Full Time!

THE LUTHERAN CARE NETWORK•Poughkeepsie, NY

8h•$29 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Lutheran Center at Poughkeepsie, Inc. is seeking a full-time Medical Records Coordinator to ensure the efficient operation of the Medical Records department, including administrative functions and supervision of Unit Secretary and Reception staff. This role is responsible for Health Information Management practices and for ensuring compliance with HIPAA requirements related to medical records. The successful candidate demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, credibility, and a strong results-oriented approach. Strong supervisory, interpersonal, patience, and diplomacy skills are essential, along with the ability to foster a positive, employee-friendly work environment. The position also serves as a strategic partner to the clinical team on medical records matters and works collaboratively as part of the interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

BA/BS in Medical Records or equivalent combination of experience and education.
Minimum of 2 years comprehensive abstracting and ICD-10 coding experience.
Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, MMR, and PPD.

Nice To Haves

Health Information Management Administrator or Registered Health Information Technician certification highly desired.
Previous experience managing clerical level employees a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensure the efficient operation of the Medical Records department, including administrative functions and supervision of Unit Secretary and Reception staff.
Responsible for Health Information Management practices.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA requirements related to medical records.
Serve as a strategic partner to the clinical team on medical records matters.
Work collaboratively as part of the interdisciplinary team.