Medical Records Clerk

Wexford Health; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. seeks a Medical Records Clerk in Omaha, NE (Douglas County Correctional Center) for day shift.

You will maintain and organize patient health records, ensure confidentiality, and support care teams with accurate information essential for quality patient care. You'll handle release of information per HIPAA, manage records, and assist with administrative and reporting tasks to improve records processes while upholding privacy and security standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous medical records, healthcare administration, or clerical experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, organize, and update patient medical records, logs, and health information systems to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
• Ensure the confidentiality, security, and proper release of medical information in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies.
• Retrieve, file, and manage clinical documentation, including laboratory reports, consultation reports, and other healthcare records.
• Support healthcare operations through appointment tracking, report preparation, record management, and administrative support activities.
• Assist with compliance initiatives, statistical reporting, record retention requirements, and continuous improvement of medical records processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Medical records

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

Tools

Health information systems

Job description

POSITION: Medical Records Clerk. SCHEDULE: Opportunities available for day shift. FACILITY: Douglas County Correctional Center. LOCATION: Omaha, NE.

Are you ready to play a vital role behind the scenes, ensuring healthcare teams have the information they need to provide quality patient care?

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. has been a leader in correctional healthcare for over 30 years, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to underserved populations. As a Medical Records Clerk, you'll help maintain the integrity, security, and accessibility of critical health information that supports patient care throughout the facility.

Position Summary

As a Medical Records Clerk, you'll be responsible for maintaining and organizing patient health records while ensuring compliance with confidentiality and documentation standards. Working closely with healthcare staff and facility leadership, you will:

• Maintain, organize, and update patient medical records, logs, and health information systems to ensure accuracy and accessibility


• Ensure the confidentiality, security, and proper release of medical information in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies


• Retrieve, file, and manage clinical documentation, including laboratory reports, consultation reports, and other healthcare records


• Support healthcare operations through appointment tracking, report preparation, record management, and administrative support activities


• Assist with compliance initiatives, statistical reporting, record retention requirements, and continuous improvement of medical records processes

You’ll go beyond filing records. You’ll help ensure the right information is available at the right time, supporting quality care for every patient.

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• Previous medical records, healthcare administration, or clerical experience preferred


• Current CPR certification

Equal Opportunity Employer We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.

Your attention to detail matters here. Your work supports patient care every day.