Medical Records Technician

McKesson • Hackensack, NJ

418d

About The Position

The Medical Records Technician at Regional Cancer Care Associates (RCCA) plays a crucial role in managing patient information by organizing, sorting, and filing medical records. This position supports the compliance program and ensures patient confidentiality while preparing charts for visits and handling electronic medical records. The role is ideal for both experienced candidates and new graduates interested in oncology care, emphasizing a commitment to patient-first service.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years' experience, preferably in a medical office setting.
• Previous experience in medical records preferred.
• Knowledge of electronic health record systems.
• Strong time management skills.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Attention to detail and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Scan and attach all internal and external correspondence and electronic medical reports into patient medical record charts according to the filing system.
• Pull 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.
• Print, mail, and/or fax patient chart information as requested and authorized.
• Document all processes related to medical records management.
• Release 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.
• Pick up out guides at designated locations and return to Medical Records.
• Catalogue charts for storage and keep electronic reports of those records.
• Submit requests for chart retrieval from storage if needed to comply with a medical records request.
• Make copies of dictated interval notes accordingly.
• Monitor physician dictation and ensure it is completed in the EMR, alerting physicians who are behind.
• Keep a record of new patients for weekly physicians OCM meetings.
• Follow policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the front office.
• Provide back-up assistance as needed by front office staff.
• Send out dictations to referring providers via manual faxing, right fax, or electronically 'Direct Message'.
• Log FMLA/Disability forms for provider completion and contact patients once completed.
• Send outgoing faxes and distribute incoming faxes.
• Prepare correspondence, memos, forms, and other typing as requested by supervisor.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Wellness program
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Tuition discounts with numerous universities
• Employee-paid critical illness and accident insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED