Medical Records Clerk

Eckerd Connects; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation days

Paid holidays

Retirement with company match

Workers' compensation

AD&D Insurance

PSLF Eligible Employer

Job summary

Job Corps is the nation’s largest residential career training program. At the Laredo Job Corps Center, the Medical Records Clerk will manage health records, scheduling, billing reviews, and basic office duties under the supervision of the Health and Wellness Director.

We offer low-cost medical/dental/vision coverage, paid time off, a retirement plan with employer match up to 5%, and PSLF-eligible status. This Service Contract Act position is based in Laredo, TX.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• One year of experience in a complex clerical capacity preferred; training in a medical clerical field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• The Medical Records Clerk is responsible for performing a wide range of clerical tasks in a medical or health services environment. Reviews health records for completeness on all enrollees.
• The Medical Records Clerk schedules appointments for students with Health Care Professional Staff on and off-center.
• Reviews medical bills from off-center providers to ensure accuracy and resolves any discrepancies.
• Prepares purchase requests for pharmaceuticals and subcontractors' bills and general office supplies as directed by Health and Wellness Director.
• Answers phone, files, type memos, updates computer database.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Workers Compensation
• AD&D Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Hourly Rate: $19.56

Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

Duties & Responsibilities

• The Medical Records Clerk is responsible for performing a wide range of clerical tasks in a medical or health services environment. Reviews health records for completeness on all enrollees.
• The Medical Records Clerk s chedules appointments for students with Health Care Professional Staff on and off-center.
• Reviews medical bills from off-center providers to ensure accuracy and resolves any discrepancies.
• Prepares purchase requests for pharmaceuticals and subcontractors' bills and general office supplies as directed by Health and Wellness Director.
• Answers phone, files, type memos, updates computer database.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• One year of experience in a complex clerical capacity preferred; prefer training in a medical clerical field.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

About our Program

Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Our Program Location

Laredo Job Corps Center
1701 Island Street
Laredo, TX 78041

Connect with Us video: https://vimeo.com/1170824876?fl=pl&fe=sh

Please follow the link for more information about this program: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/

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Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Relay Services Dial 711.

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Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.