Medical Records Clerk

Talentify; Galax (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify is seeking a Medical Records Clerk to perform clerical duties in maintaining patient medical records. The role involves sorting, filing, auditing, and processing requests from external agencies. A high school diploma is required, with preferred experience in quantitative medical record reviews.

The position offers an hourly rate negotiable based on experience and education. We value accuracy, timeliness, and attention to detail in handling confidential health information.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in quantitative medical record reviews preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sort, file and collate medical records and information into the patient’s medical record.
• Create medical record files.
• Ensure records are complete, accurate and timely.
• Research lost or missing records according to procedures.
• Answer requests for medical records from outside agencies and third-party sponsors.
• Assist staff in locating records in the medical records department.
• Maintain logs, card files and release forms for providing medical record information.
• Ensure records are complete prior to filing and update logs.
• Perform medical record audits.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Perform clerical duties associated with obtaining, completing and maintaining a patient medical records.

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Hourly rate is negotiable depending on years of experience, education, and other factors. The general hourly pay range for this role is $14-$17.87.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Sort, file and collate a variety of medical records and information such as progress notes, treatment plans, nursing/clinical notes and discharge summaries into the patient's medical record.


• Create medical record files.


• Ensure medical records are complete, accurate and timely.


• Research lost or missing records/information in accordance with established procedures.


• Answer requests for medical records from outside agencies and third-party sponsorship.


• May communicate with transcriptionist or transcription vendor to resolve issues/errors regarding reports.


• Assist designated staff in locating records in the medical records department.


• Maintain accurate logs, card files, statistics and information release forms for providing medical record information.


• Ensure medical record is complete prior to filing/re-filing and accurately update log.


• Perform medical record audits.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Experience in quantitative medical record reviews preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Not applicable

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