Medical Records Coordinator
About The Position
Community Medical Group is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and dependable Medical Records Coordinator to join our team. As a Medical Records Coordinator, you will play an essential role in supporting patient care by ensuring medical records are accurate, complete, and accessible when needed. This position is responsible for managing the intake, organization, retrieval, and maintenance of medical records while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and regulatory compliance. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced healthcare environment and have a passion for accuracy and organization, this is an excellent opportunity to join a mission-driven team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Experience working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems and document management processes
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and medical record confidentiality requirements
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and follow established procedures consistently
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and computer-based systems
- Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive patient information
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a medical records, healthcare, or clinical office environment preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
- Bilingual in English and Spanish or English and Creole preferred
Responsibilities
- Process incoming medical records, faxes, scanned documents, and correspondence within established turnaround times
- Upload documents accurately into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system while ensuring proper patient identification and document classification
- Review records for completeness, accuracy, duplicate status, and correct dates of service before finalizing uploads
- Coordinate and manage medical record requests from internal departments, patients, and external healthcare providers
- Obtain and upload external records from hospitals, specialists, imaging centers, and other healthcare facilities
- Track and follow up on outstanding record requests to ensure timely completion and resolution
- Assist in obtaining prior medical records for new patient appointments
- Maintain detailed and auditable documentation of requests, follow-up activities, and record status updates within the EMR
- Monitor referral and imaging-related documentation to support continuity of care
- Ensure strict compliance with HIPAA regulations, patient privacy requirements, and company policies
- Meet departmental productivity, accuracy, and workflow standards
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and workflow optimization within the medical records function
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Benefits
- 17 days of paid time off
- 11 paid holidays and one floating holiday
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage through UnitedHealthcare
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Company-paid life insurance
- Opportunities for professional growth
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
