Medical Records Clerk

Description

PURPOSE STATEMENT :

Perform clerical duties associated with obtaining, completing and maintaining the patient’s record.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Sort, file and collate a variety of medical records and information such as progress notes, treatment plans, nursing / clinical notes and discharge summaries into the patient’s medical record.

Ensure medical records are complete, accurate and timely.

Research lost or missing records / information in accordance with established procedures.

Answer requests for medical records from outside agencies and third party sponsorship.

Provide record retrieval for storage facility when needed.

May communicate with transcriptionist or transcription vendor to resolve issues / errors regarding reports.

OTHER FUNCTIONS :

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS :

High school diploma or equivalent required. Must have computer data entry skills. Experience in quantitative Medical Records reviews preferred.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

Qualifications

Education

Required

• High School / GED or better

Experience

Preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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