Medical Records Clerk

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 27,276 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay – receive your money as you earn it

Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling

Company paid life insurance

Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)

Wellness program featuring fitness memberships

Preferred banking partnership for home and auto loans

Job summary

A healthcare solutions provider in Kansas City is seeking a Medical Records Clerk responsible for maintaining accurate health records. This role involves organizing and managing records, ensuring patient information is documented securely, and performing clerical duties like scheduling appointments. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or G.E.D., with preferred training in a medical record program. This position offers great benefits including medical, dental, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Training in an accredited medical record program or minimum of one year experience in an established medical record system preferred, but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the confidentiality of all medical records information.
• Maintain up-to-date medical records filing and perform clerical and technical duties.
• Schedule inmates for medical appointments as requested.
• Actively participate in quality of care screen audits.
• Maintain accountability for the organization and maintenance of health records.

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Compensation & Department

Compensation Information: $19.8 - $22 / hour

Department (Org): Medical Records

Benefits

In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work‑life balance for team members and their families to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Perks include:

• DailyPay – receive your money as you earn it
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

Job Description

The Medical Records Clerk is a vital role responsible for maintaining accurate health records. They organize and manage an approved system of records, ensuring that patient information is properly documented and secure. The Clerk must be accountable and efficient, ensuring all records are up‑to‑date and readily accessible to authorized individuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the confidentiality of all medical records information and complete forms for release of information, referring any questionable requests to the Medical Records Supervisor/Health Services Administrator (HSA).
• Maintain up‑to‑date medical records filing and perform clerical and technical duties such as preparing reports and correspondence, answering telephones, relaying messages, transferring calls, and filing loose documentation generated from inside and outside the institution.
• Schedule inmates for medical appointments as requested and assist the Medical Records Supervisor in preparing periodic statistical reports and other management information system requirements.
• Actively participate in quality of care screen audits to promote Quality Improvement standards.
• Maintain accountability for the organization and maintenance of health records and ensure that patient information is properly documented and secure.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or G.E.D.

Experience

• Training in an accredited medical record program or minimum of one year experience in an established medical record system preferred, but not mandatory.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Aff. Action Employer

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.