Medical Records Tech - Northwest

The US Oncology Network•Las Vegas, NV

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada is seeking a Medical Records Technician for its Northwest Office in Las Vegas, Nevada. Under direct supervision, this role supports patient care by organizing, sorting, filing, retrieving, and distributing incoming and outgoing patient information; preparing patient charts for visits; and assisting with medical-record correspondence. The technician protects patient confidentiality and supports the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards. The role may also provide backup assistance to front-office staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Time-management, organization, attention-to-detail, and quality-focus skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
Passion for caring for patients.

Nice To Haves

Zero to five or more years of experience, preferably in a medical office setting.
Previous medical records experience.
Knowledge of electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

Scan and attach internal and external correspondence and electronic medical reports to patient charts according to the filing system.
Pull charts in advance for scheduled appointments and ensure the appropriate documentation is attached.
Print, mail, or fax authorized patient chart information and document the processes.
Release medical-record information in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Compile and maintain patient medical records documenting conditions and treatment and supporting research, cost control, and care improvement.
Pick up guides at designated locations and return them to Medical Records.
Catalogue charts for storage and maintain electronic reports of stored records.
Request chart retrieval from storage when needed to fulfill medical-record requests.
Make copies of dictated interval notes, monitor physician dictation for completion in the EMR, and alert physicians who are behind.
Keep a record of new patients for weekly physician OCM meetings.
Follow policies and procedures that contribute to front-office efficiency and provide backup assistance as needed.
Send dictations to referring providers by manual fax, RightFax, or electronic Direct Message.
In the Radiation department, convert dosimetry plans into a PDR or zip file when a patient transfers to another facility for treatment.
Log FMLA and disability forms for provider completion, then mail or fax completed forms and contact the patient.
Send outgoing faxes and distribute incoming faxes.
Prepare correspondence, memos, forms, and other typed materials as requested by the supervisor.