Medical Records Clerk

Salud; Fort Lupton (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Records Clerk to ensure the effective management of patient records. In this vital role, you'll be responsible for maintaining the integrity of medical and dental records, processing requests, and collaborating with a team to support patient care. This position offers a competitive starting wage and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. Join a mission-driven organization committed to improving healthcare access for all individuals, regardless of their background. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Services at All Salud Facilities

Employee Discounts at Dental Facilities

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Generous vacation accrual

10 Paid Holidays per year

Retirement savings plans

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent is required.
• One year of general office experience is desired, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Safeguarding patient records and managing requests.
• Maintaining the integrity of records storage.
• Working in a team to support patient care.

Skills

Ability to file alphabetically and numerically

Error detection in patient identification

Knowledge of medical/dental terminology

Bilingual English/Spanish

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Sensitivity to low-income communities

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Programs

Job description

Company Description

Since 1970, Salud has been committed to providing a Medical Home to patients,where medical, dental, behavioral health services, and clinical pharmacists work togetherand coordinateefforts in a team-based system of care. We strive to improve thequality of our patient'slives who would otherwise have limited access to health care. We serve all individuals regardless of theirinsurance status or ability to pay.

Job Description

The Medical Records Clerk is responsible for the safekeeping of patient records, managing incoming and outgoing medical and dental records requests, scanning, assigning, and saving patient information, and maintaining the integrity of the records storage area through a team-based approach. The Medical Records Clerk approaches his/her tasks in a team-based care fashion that supports patients and their families in self-management, self-efficacy, and behavior change.

We offer:

• Starting Wage - $19.00 to $21per hour
• Monday to Friday – 8am to 5pm

Comprehensive Benefits Package including:

• Medical (Includes Free Medical Services at All Salud Facilities)
• Dental (Employee Discounts at All Salud Dental Facilities)
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D
• Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Generous vacation accrual
• 10 Paid Holidays per year (includes2Floating Holidays and paid Birthday)
• 8 Paid accrued Sick Days per year
• Retirement savings plans
• Employees working at least 1,000 hours within a 12-month period are eligible for the Defined Contribution Pension Plan. Salud will contribute 5% of your base salary each month

Our Mission isto provide a quality, integrated healthcare home to the communities we serve

Specific Duties:

• Delivers and retrieves patient records throughout SALUD
• Maintains the chart tracking system, filing patient documents and records in the designated locations
• Carriesout preliminary phases of planned record retirement
• All work is carried out in accordance with SALUD’s policies and protocols
• Processes requests for records, receives and processes all incoming requests for records following SALUD protocols
• Revieweach request to determine ifauthorized to release records and the adequacy of patient information
• Prepares charts and files all patient information in a designated location
• Works within a team atmosphere to complete some tasks
• Promotes public relations through prompt and courteous service
• Maintains respect for privacy while adhering to confidentiality in all phases of work
• Works in conjunction with other Medical Providers, Dental Providers, Behavioral Health Providers, and all other staff to ensure that the patients obtain the highest standards of integrated healthcare
• Acts as a patient advocate for our vulnerable populations by ensuring that patients are fully informed and comfortable with their visit to SALUD
• Follows procedures for the electronic health records system

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent

Experience:

• One year of general office experience is desired, but not required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to file both alphabetically and numerically with no errors
• Ability to detect errors in patient identification and make corrections
• Knowledge of medical/dental terminology preferred
• Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Microsoft Programs: Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Must work well with the other patient care team members
• Sensitivity to low-income and ethnic minority communities is a must

The application window is anticipated to close by 5/31/25

Additional Information

Salud Family Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation,gender identity,or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.