EMR Technician I — Health Information Clerk

Phelps Health; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is looking for an EMR Tech I to perform health information activities, ensuring patient records are collected, processed, retrievable, and disseminated accurately. Responsibilities include handling requests, verifying identities and authorizations, and linking documentation across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, one year of clerical experience, and familiarity with electronic medical records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• One year clerical experience is required.
• One year in Health Information Management or familiarity with EMR is preferred.
• Proficiency with computers and a willingness to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Handle requests for patient health information via mail, fax, phone, or in person.
• Verify patient identity and ensure valid authorization.
• Ensure requester has a legal right to access the information.
• Assemble, scan, and link patient documentation as part of HIM processes.
• Perform self-quality checks on scanned documentation.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Self-development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Document scanning software

Job description

Phelps Health is looking for an EMR Tech I to perform health information activities, ensuring patient records are collected, processed, retrievable, and disseminated accurately. Responsibilities include handling requests, verifying identities and authorizations, and linking documentation across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, one year of clerical experience, and familiarity with electronic medical records.