Medical Records Tech

The US Oncology Network•Cincinnati, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

OHC – Specialists in Cancer and Blood disorders, is seeking a medical records technician to be based out of our Wooster office. As a medical records tech, you will prepare charts for patient visits, locate, retrieve and deliver medical records and / or electronic medical records as assigned, as well as assist with organizing, sorting and filing all incoming and outgoing patient information. As the only independent adult cancer program in the region, we offer Medical, Radiation, Blood and Marrow Transplant, Gynecologic, and Breast Surgical Oncology services. OHC supports a robust cancer research and clinical trials program, neuro-oncology, cancer genetics specialists and supportive care program. Why choose OHC? You take care of our patients, so we take care of you. OHC’s benefits include: 3 Health Insurance Plans to choose from 2 Dental and 2 Vision insurance plans A company matched 401K plan Profit sharing plan for clinical employees Competitive salaries Company paid short term / long term disability / life insurance Paid Holidays A generous PTO plan Tuition Reimbursement Professional Development Program Nationwide Discounts at your favorite hotels, resorts and retailers just for being an OHC employee Wellness Program Yearly merit raises Opportunities for advancement

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Entry-level position requiring 0–3 years of experience, preferably in a medical office setting.
Strong time management, organization, attention to detail, and quality focus skills required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in medical records preferred.
Knowledge of electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

Scan and attach all internal and external correspondence and electronic medical reports into patient' medical record chart according to filing system.
Pulls charts for scheduled appointments in advance according to guidelines. Ensure that all appropriate documentation for the scheduled patient visit is attached to the patient’s chart.
Prints, mails, and/or faxes patient chart information as requested and authorized. Documents all processes.
Releases medical records information to persons or agencies according to State and Federal regulations.
Compile and maintain patients' medical records to document condition and treatment and to provide data for research or cost control and care improvement efforts.
Picks up out guides at designated locations and returns to Medical Records.
Catalogue charts for storage and keeps electronic reports of those records.
Submits request for chart retrieval from storage if needed to comply with a medical records request.
Makes copies of dictated interval notes accordingly. Monitors physician dictation and makes sure it is completed in the EMR (electronic medical record) and alerts physicians who are behind.
Keeps a record of new patients for weekly physicians OCM meetings
Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the front office Provides back-up assistance as needed by front office staff.
Sends out dictations to referring providers via manual faxing, right fax, or electronically “Direct Message” (direct message via EMR is required for MIPS.
In Radiation department may convert dosimetry plans into a PDR of zip file when a patient transfers to another facility for treatment.
Logs FMLA/Disability forms for provider completion. Will mail or fax forms and contact patient once completed.
Sends outgoing faxes and distributes incoming faxes.
Prepares correspondence, memos, forms and other typing as requested by supervisor.

Benefits

3 Health Insurance Plans to choose from
2 Dental and 2 Vision insurance plans
A company matched 401K plan
Profit sharing plan for clinical employees
Competitive salaries
Company paid short term / long term disability / life insurance
Paid Holidays
A generous PTO plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development Program
Nationwide Discounts at your favorite hotels, resorts and retailers just for being an OHC employee
Wellness Program
Yearly merit raises
Opportunities for advancement