Medical Records Tech (Weekends only) - Mental Health 195

Main Template • Santa Cruz, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Records Technician is responsible for the maintenance, storage, and processing of all medical records and EHR data. This involves performing a variety of clerical and technical duties associated with the management and oversight of a program’s medical records including, but not limited to: assembling, analysis, release of information, data processing, collection, reconciliation, and preparation of reports in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of a mental health care system. Must be able to work independently and have the ability to interact and communicate both verbally and in writing with clients, family members, the public, physicians, and staff.

Requirements

• One (1) year of EHR or healthcare information system experience in a psychiatric inpatient or outpatient program or acute hospital setting AND Credentialed as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), through American Health Information Association (AHIMA)
• OR Two (2) years of EHR or healthcare information system experience in a psychiatric inpatient or outpatient program or acute hospital setting AND Completion of an approved Health Information/Medical Record Certificate Program
• OR Three (3) years of EHR or management of a paper medical record systems experience in a outpatients or community based healthcare program environment.
• Working knowledge of managing a hybrid medical record system
• EHR System experience
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations, survey process, accreditation standards, and psychiatric requirements.
• Knowledge and application of appropriate coding systems; ICD-10 CM, DSMV
• Knowledge of documentation and legal issues pertaining to HIPAA, PHI and other health information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
• Sensitivity to multi-cultural populations and issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and County representatives
• Ability to read, write and speak English is crucial, as is the willingness to work with mentally impaired adults.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employment
• All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification.
• If the position requires driving, valid driver’s license, a motor vehicle clearance and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Additional regulatory, contractual or local requirements may apply

Nice To Haves

• Caminar, Avatar, Anasazi (desired EHR System experience)

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, storage, and processing of all medical records and EHR data.
• Performing clerical and technical duties associated with the management and oversight of a program’s medical records.
• Assembling, analysis, release of information, data processing, collection, reconciliation, and preparation of reports.
• Ensuring all actions are consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of a mental health care system.
• Interacting and communicating verbally and in writing with clients, family members, the public, physicians, and staff.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Nine Paid Holidays
• Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift)
• Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)
• Free CEUs
• Free Supervision for BBS Associate License
• Coaching and mentorship
• Online University Tuition Discount
• Company Scholarships
• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
• 401K
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed