Medical Records Technician (New Orleans, LA) 6785

Advantmed • New Orleans, LA

5d • $18 - $21

About The Position

Advantmed is hiring Medical Records Technicians to travel to medical facilities and hospitals to scan patient medical records. The company provides laptops and portable scanners. Technicians maintain patient information records, collect and organize documents using electronic systems, create digital copies, and store records electronically. They help ensure that records are accurate, complete, and handled in accordance with HIPAA standards and confidentiality procedures. The role involves interacting with medical staff, healthcare providers, and other medical personnel.

This is a part-time, seasonal position, with potential for extension depending on project requirements and needs. The schedule requires availability from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the applicable time zone for visits to required facilities. Pay is $18–$21 per hour or $3 per record, whichever is higher, paid semi-monthly based on whichever measure is greater: hours worked or records retrieved. Mileage is paid, some travel expenses are reimbursed, and out-of-state travel includes a $50 daily food allowance and paid flight, hotel, and rental car when required.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle record.
• Have a car and active insurance in the applicant’s name; provide registration documentation.
• Willingness to drive up to 60–80 miles one way.
• Internet access at home.
• Basic PC and office equipment skills.
• Availability from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the applicable time zone to visit required facilities.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in a healthcare setting, such as a hospital, clinic, or medical office dealing with medical charts.
• Proficiency in Electronic Health Records (EHR) or EMR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Meditech.
• Intermediate knowledge of medical chart structure, content, and medical terminology.
• Familiarity with Word, Excel, and Outlook for documentation and communication.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot common printer and scanner issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a record system for patient information and gather documents.
• Use electronic systems to collect, organize, and manage data.
• Ensure medical records are organized, accurate, and complete.
• Create digital copies of paperwork and store records electronically.
• File paperwork and reports quickly and accurately.
• Ensure HIPAA standards are met.
• Follow confidentiality guidelines, rules, and procedures.
• Interact with medical staff, healthcare providers, and other medical personnel.
• Travel to medical facilities and hospitals to scan patient medical records.

Benefits

• Company-provided laptop and portable scanner.
• Paid mileage.
• Reimbursement for some travel expenses.
• $50 daily food allowance when traveling out of state.
• Paid flight, hotel, and rental car when required.

What This Job Offers

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