Medical Records Clerk

Requirements

• Ensures medical records are assembled in standard order and are accurate and complete.
• Files and/or scan paperwork and reports in EHR and or paper charts
• Ensure files are stored in the designated area according to storage procedures.
• Responsible for safeguarding patient records and ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Responds to requests for patient records, both within the facility and by external sources, retrieving them and transmitting them appropriately.
• Retrieves medical records from offsite chart storage facilities when needed.
• Ensures legal requests are communicated effectively to the legal department.
• Issue medical files to persons and agencies according to laws and regulations.
• Help with departmental audits and investigations.
• Complete clerical duties including answering phones, responding to emails, and processing patient admission and discharge records.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan