Medical Records Supervisor - SCI Laurel Highlands

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Somerset County, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Records Supervisor position at the Department of Corrections, SCI-Laurel Highlands offers an exciting chance to lead an important part of the institution’s health care operation. You will guide a team that manages critical records used to support safe, accurate, and timely medical care for inmates. This role strengthens your leadership skills while allowing you to build meaningful experience in health information management. This is a great opportunity for candidates who want to take the next step in their career and make a positive impact.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certificate or a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certificate issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), or eligibility for certification including completion of an AHIMA approved RHIT or RHIA Health Information Management education program.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Employees who meet the Necessary Special Requirement based on the eligibility option for the RHIT or RHIA certification must obtain one of these certifications within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Direct subordinate staff by assigning tasks, reviewing work, and providing training
• Organize and maintain inmate health records in accordance with policy and documentation standards
• File, issue, and prepare medical records for transfers, parole, and legal proceedings
• Examine medical records for completeness and refer incomplete documentation for correction
• Compile reports on subjects such as morbidity, mortality, and service usage
• Evaluate recordkeeping methods and support quality assurance efforts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree