Health Information Specialist

AltaPointe Health Systems; Daphne (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AltaPointe Health Systems in Daphne, AL is seeking a Medical Records Clerk to process health-record requests after patient discharges and review records for accuracy and completeness.

The role includes assembling charts, documenting deficiencies, preserving confidentiality, and supporting clinicians with locating records. Strong MS Office and basic EHR skills are beneficial for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–3 years in medical records or health care office preferred.
• Knowledge of medical and psychiatric terminology preferred.
• Within 6 months of hire, demonstrate understanding of CMS, DMH and The Joint Commission documentation requirements.
• Basic clerical skills including MS Office; familiarity with EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process all health-record requests after discharges.
• Review medical records for accuracy, completeness and timeliness.
• Assemble records in chronological order and prepare for imaging.
• Document deficiencies and complete administrative reviews.
• Protect confidentiality of patient information.
• Maintain chart tracking and assist clinicians in locating charts.
• Route charts to proper locations; ensure end-of-day filing.

Skills

Medical records

Data entry

Terminology knowledge

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AltaPointe Health Systems in Daphne, AL is seeking a Medical Records Clerk to process health-record requests after patient discharges and review records for accuracy and completeness.

The role includes assembling charts, documenting deficiencies, preserving confidentiality, and supporting clinicians with locating records. Strong MS Office and basic EHR skills are beneficial for success.