Medical Records Clerk

Committed to Our Community in the Heart of the Redwoods. Removing Barriers to Healthcare Access

MCHC Mckinleyville Open Door

The Medical Records Clerk prepares medical records information and maintains appropriate patient records.

Compensation Range : $24.00-$27.87

All new hires will begin at the base wage of this position.

Hmong and Spanish speakers who successfully pass a language exam will receive an additional .75 hourly differential to their wage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Maintains patient confidentiality and chart security; complies with applicable laws and regulations.
• Performs data entry, information management and maintains data integrity.
• Reviews all incoming documents.
• Scans and indexes documents to EMR
• Photocopies and prints requested records.
• Maintains familiarity with Medical Records policies.
• Assists with referral follow-up.
• Reports duplicate EMR accounts.
• Manages dictation tapes.
• Pulls charts from file; prepares for use. Returns charts to file after appropriate review has been conducted.
• Improves / maintains / purges paper charts.
• Adheres to ODCHC's attendance policy.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as designated by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS : The successful candidate will possess experience and skills spanning a variety areas :

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : The physical requirements described are representative of those needed to successfully perform the essential duties of the position. Reasonable accommodation will be made to allow otherwise qualified candidates to perform these functions.