Medical Records

EMY Healthcare; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiawatha Care Center is actively seeking a Medical Records professional to ensure the accuracy, confidentiality, and efficient handling of resident medical records. The role focuses on documentation accuracy, scanning, uploading to EHR, and compliant handling of sensitive information.

Responsibilities include organizing records, responding to requests from patients and providers, and supporting audits. Strong attention to detail and knowledge of HIPAA are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Computer and data-entry skills.
• Knowledge of electronic medical records (EHR) systems.
• Understanding of HIPAA and healthcare privacy requirements.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Responsibilities

• Review, organize, and file patient medical records as the Medical Records professional.
• Scan and upload documents accurately into electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Ensure medical records are complete, accurate, and properly maintained.
• Respond to medical records requests from patients, hospitals, physicians, and insurance companies.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA and healthcare privacy requirements.
• Track admissions, discharges, and other required patient documentation.
• Assist with audits, record retention, and other medical records processes as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

HIPAA knowledge

Organization

Confidential information handling

Time management

Professional demeanor

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Hiawatha Care Center is actively hiring a Medical Records professional to support the organization, accuracy, and confidentiality of resident medical records. The Medical Records professional plays an important role in maintaining accurate documentation, scanning and uploading records, and supporting efficient medical records processes. As a Medical Records professional, attention to detail, organization, and confidentiality are essential to daily success.

Compensation: $15 per hour

Schedule and Employment Type

• 20 hours a week
• Temporary Position with the potential for full-time employment

Assignment length to be determined based on medical records and scanning needs

Key Responsibilities

• Review, organize, and file patient medical records as the Medical Records professional
• Scan and upload documents accurately into electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Ensure medical records are complete, accurate, and properly maintained
• Respond to medical records requests from patients, hospitals, physicians, and insurance companies
• Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA and healthcare privacy requirements
• Track admissions, discharges, and other required patient documentation
• Assist with audits, record retention, and other medical records processes as needed

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Computer and data-entry skills
• Knowledge of electronic medical records (EHR) systems
• Understanding of HIPAA and healthcare privacy requirements
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally
• Healthcare or medical records experience preferred, but not required