Medical Records Technician - SCI Fayette
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Fayette County, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
As a Medical Records Technician with the Department of Corrections (DOC), you will play an important role in keeping essential medical information organized, accurate, and ready for use at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette. This position supports strong health services by ensuring that inmate records meet high standards for clarity and reliability. Your careful work helps maintain a trusted system that supports safe and effective care. Bring your skills to a role where precise recordkeeping makes a real difference every day.
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.
- Ability to perform essential job functions.
- 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
- Organize, maintain, and monitor integrated health records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with medical documentation standards
- File, withdraw, and issue medical records, prepare transfers, present records in court cases, and follow all policies on confidentiality and legal requirements
- Review records for completeness, identify documentation issues, and refer incomplete entries to appropriate health care staff
- Prepare periodic statistical reports on morbidity, mortality, utilization of services, and other record-based data
- Assist with related duties assigned to maintain efficient and accurate health record operations
Benefits
- Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 60 or 65.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
