Medical Records Clerk

Universal Health Services; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Tuition savings

Career development

Job summary

Coastal Harbor Health System in Savannah, GA is seeking a Medical Records Clerk to manage active and archived patient charts with precision and serve as a communication hub for the department.

You will perform audits, abstract medical data, and ensure accurate coding to support timely billing and high-quality patient care at our 145-bed pediatric/adolescent campus and related facilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Training or experience in medical coding, chart analysis, and terminology required.
• Certification in medical coding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly audits of patient charts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Assemble, review, and audit discharged patient records, abstracting required information.
• Enter patient data into electronic systems and generate reports for operations.
• Verify ICD coding and input complete diagnostic information to support claims processing.

Skills

Medical coding

Medical chart analysis

Medical terminology

ICD coding accuracy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Medical Records Clerk Opportunity

Coastal Harbor Health System is a leading provider of specialized behavioral healthcare, offering a comprehensive continuum of care for patients across the lifespan. Our campus includes a 145-bed hospital dedicated to children and adolescents, delivering both short- and long-term inpatient services, as well as a 50-bed inpatient facility for adults ages 18 and older. Together, these programs create a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment where clinicians can make a meaningful impact every day.

We are driven by a shared mission: to provide compassionate, high-quality care to individuals when they need it most. Our reach extends far beyond the local community, serving patients from across the country who trust us for our expertise, dedication, and patient-centered approach.

Located in the heart of beautiful, historic Savannah, Georgia, our hospitals offer a peaceful, private setting that promotes healing and focus. The serene surroundings not only benefit our patients but also provide an exceptional work environment—where professionals can thrive, collaborate, and grow while making a difference in the lives of others.

Visit the site virtually: coastalharbor.com

As a Medical Records Clerk, you’ll manage both active and archived patient charts with precision while serving as a key point of communication for the department. Your attention to detail and organizational skills will help keep our operations running smoothly and ensure healthcare providers have the information they need to deliver exceptional care.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly audits of patient charts to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements


• Assemble, review, and audit discharged patient records, accurately abstracting required medical information and data


• Collect, compile, and enter patient data into electronic systems, generating reports to support departmental and operational needs


• Review patient charts for accurate ICD coding, verify diagnoses, and enter complete diagnostic information into the billing system to support timely and accurate claims processing

Benefit & Rewards Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment


• Competitive compensation & generous Paid Time Off


• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans


• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan


• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program


• Tuition saving to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University


• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!


• Pet Insurance


• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

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Qualifications

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required


• Training or experience in medical coding, medical chart analysis, and medical terminology required; certification in medical coding preferred

EEO Statement

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