Medical Records Specialist

Josselyn • Northbrook, IL

28d • $37,000 - $37,600

About The Position

Reporting to the Sr. Medical Records Manager, the Medical Records Specialist is responsible for reviewing, processing, and maintaining medical record requests from clients and third parties following federal and state regulations. The Medical Records Specialist also participates in quality assurance activities such as internal chart audits, payor case management reviews, and document collection for third-party payors as part of treatment, payment, and healthcare operations. Schedule Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM Hourly Rate: $20.33 - $20.66 ($37,000 - $37,600)

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• 3-5 years of experience working in a medical records department
• Demonstrate the ability to learn applicable federal and state confidentiality and privacy laws
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel

Responsibilities

• Prepares, reviews, and processes document inquiries and medical records requests under the direction of the Sr. Medical Records Manager and/or Director of Quality and Compliance, following applicable federal and state confidentiality laws and regulations and department metrics
• Provides input on processes and workflows for medical records, including storage of paper and electronic documents under the direction of the Sr. Medical Records Manager and/or Director of Quality and Compliance, following applicable federal and state confidentiality laws and regulations
• Assists the Sr. Medical Records Manager and/or Director of Quality and Compliance with internal chart monitoring and auditing activities, including data and document collection
• Assists the Sr. Medical Records Manager in updating, revising, and implementing medical record policies, procedures, and workflows
• Assists the Sr. Medical Records Manager in providing training to Josselyn personnel regarding medical record requests, including completion of request forms, following federal regulations and state confidentiality laws
• Supports activities related to accreditation and third-party audits, including preparation, submission, reporting, and corrective action follow-up
• Participates cooperatively and works effectively in performance improvement activities, committee work, mandatory in-services, and strategic planning
• Applies knowledge of health care principles and standards of confidentiality, client rights, safety, incident and sentinel event reporting, and personnel policies to all assigned responsibilities

What This Job Offers

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