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Memorial Health; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

PTO

401(k) match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Memorial Health in Springfield, IL, is seeking a Records Clerk responsible for converting paper medical records into the electronic health record, retrieving documents from care units, preparing records, chart editing, indexing, and quality reviews. This role requires attention to HIPAA, customer service, and accuracy.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook), and solid interpersonal abilities to support Memorial

Qualifications

• Experience with medical records and release of information processes.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure paper medical records are incorporated into the electronic health record (EHR).
• Retrieve documents from patient care units.
• Prepare medical record documents, chart editing, repair, and indexing.
• Conduct quality reviews and validation of records.
• Perform Release of Information duties in compliance with HIPAA.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Medical terminology

Anatomy & physiology knowledge

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Word processing

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.

Position Type

On-site

Job Description Summary

Responsible for workflow ensuring paper medical records get incorporated into the electronic health record including retrieving documents from patient care units, preparing medical record documents, chart editing, repair, indexing, quality review, validating and auditing within the patient record. Responsible for verifying accurate and complete documentation within the record according to regulations. Responsible for Release of Information duties, which requires knowledge of HIPAA and customer service skills. Utilizes knowledge, including but not limited to, medical coding, revenue cycle, Joint Commission regulations, and HIPAA. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values.

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or post-secondary education preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registry

• N/A

Experience

• 1-year satisfactory clerical/support experience preferred.
• 1-year satisfactory customer service experience preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates organizational skills.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• General anatomy & physiology knowledge preferred.
• Word processing/computer application experience and knowledge required.
• Proficient in Microsoft word, excel and outlook.

Pay Transparency

$16.00 - $23.64

Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests will be handled confidentially.