Correctional Medical Records Specialist

Talentify; Hamilton (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NaphCare is seeking a Medical Records Clerk at the Hamilton Correctional Facility in Hamilton, AL. You will assist the medical team by organizing inmates' medical records and ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities include entering data into electronic systems, filing, handling records requests, and performing routine clerical tasks in a fast-paced correctional environment. A high school diploma and computer skills are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Must have computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel with a minimum typing speed of 45 words per minute.
• Must possess strong written communication and verbal skills, adaptable to environments where conditions may not be pristine, and manage and maintain in stressful situations
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Responsibilities

• Entering patient information into electronic systems, filing documents, and maintaining the physical and digital filing system
• Ensuring the completeness, accuracy, and quality of medical documentation
• Handling requests for medical information from authorized parties, such as hospitals, clinics, and physicians, while adhering to HIPAA and other privacy regulations
• Managing incoming and outgoing mail, answering phones, and relaying messages related to medical records
• Creating, updating, and organizing inmate medical records, including assembling and disassembling files
• Performing routine clerical tasks and other duties as assigned

Skills

Typing 45 wpm

MS Word

MS Excel

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

NaphCare is seeking a Medical Records Clerk at the Hamilton Correctional Facility in Hamilton, AL. You will assist the medical team by organizing inmates' medical records and ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities include entering data into electronic systems, filing, handling records requests, and performing routine clerical tasks in a fast-paced correctional environment. A high school diploma and computer skills are required.