Medical Records Technician MRT - Mental Health 261 262
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 and physicians and staff. Shifts Available: Full Time Hourly | Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 5:00pm Expected starting wage range is $18.69 - $22.52. The full wage range goes up to $26.36. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
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
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- EHR System experience, Caminar, Avatar, Anasazi (desired)
Responsibilities
- Maintenance, storage and processing of all medical records and EHR data
- 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.
- Work independently
- Interact and communicate both verbally and in writing with clients, family members, the public and physicians and staff.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year
- Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 8% for Overnight Shift)
- Free CEUs, coaching, and mentorship
- Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
- Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
