Records Clerk

Freeman Health System

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About The Position

The Medical Records Clerk performs the clerical functions associated with clinical records utilization. They work closely with the clinicians on completion of the medical record by monitoring/reviewing the chart for accuracy & compliance per program rules and regulations. The Medical Records Clerk demonstrates a warm and welcoming empathic, hopeful attitude, conveying a philosophy of dual recovery. A Medical Records Clerk provides services to individuals impacted by a variety of behavioral health issues, recognizing that the individuals we serve often have experienced trauma that affects their development and adjustment.

Requirements

• Must be able to effectively, courteously, and professionally deal with the public both verbally and in writing.
• Working knowledge of computer applications such as Excel and Word
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• TB test upon hire
• Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds
• Requires normal range of hearing and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, telephone, photocopier, and other office equipment as needed
• Sufficient sensory-motor dexterity to complete motor skill tasks, including vision, hearing, and speech
• Requires prolonged sitting, frequent standing, bending, and stooping

Responsibilities

• Scanning various medical and financial information into the EMR.
• Audit charts for deficiencies.
• Appropriate documentation of routing paper medical records.
• Follow appropriate procedure for closing episodes of care.
• Follow HIPAA standards in securing PHI.
• Assist with the orderly retrieval and review of patient charts for internal/external auditing.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED