Medical Records Assistant

Canyon Springs Post Acute in; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Continuing Education & Training

Supportive Team Environment

Job summary

Canyon Springs Post Acute is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Records Assistant to support management of resident medical records and health information systems with strict HIPAA compliance. The interim, full-time position offers an hourly pay rate and a nine-month assignment.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, retrieving charts, ensuring accuracy, and assisting with admissions and documentation, while upholding privacy standards and assisting the Medical Records Department.

Qualifications

• HIPAA knowledge and medical records best practices.
• Strong computer and data-entry skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, organize, and file resident medical records.
• Retrieve and distribute charts for authorized personnel.
• Ensure records are complete, accurate, and properly indexed.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, assessments, and documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Track and document release of medical information.
• Answer inquiries and provide admin support to Medical Records Department.
• Attend trainings and keep department organized.

Skills

HIPAA knowledge

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Medical Records Assistant (Healthcare)

Medical Records Assistant (Interim) - Full-Time

Canyon Springs Post Acute is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Records Assistant to support the management of resident medical records and health information systems while ensuring compliance with HIPAA, state, and federal regulations.

Pay: $20-$22/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Duration: 9 Months (position will be evaluated for continuation at the end of the assignment)

Responsibilities

• Maintain, organize, and file resident medical records.
• Retrieve and distribute charts and medical information for authorized personnel.
• Ensure records are complete, accurate, and properly indexed.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, assessments, and resident documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Track and document authorized release of medical information.
• Answer inquiries and provide administrative support to the Medical Records Department.
• Attend required trainings and maintain departmental organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous medical records, healthcare administrative, or skilled nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and medical record practices preferred.
• Strong computer, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing Education & Training Opportunities
• Supportive Team Environment

Join our team and help ensure the accuracy, security, and integrity of resident health information while supporting quality resident care.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.