Medical Records Clerk

VitalCore Health Strategies; Shirley (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

401K & Plan Matching

PTO

Annual Incentive Bonus

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies is seeking a temporary Medical Records Clerk at MCI-Shirley, Shirley, MA. The role focuses on maintaining health records, organizing files, and ensuring confidentiality in a correctional health care setting.

The position requires managing charts, securing information, and supporting health staff with documentation and releases. A CMA or similar certification is preferred; a background check is required.

Qualifications

• Understanding of medical and pharmacological terminology.
• Must maintain confidentiality according to health policies.
• Background check required; CMA or similar certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and secure medical charts for staff and clinics.
• File active and inactive medical records; ensure chart completeness.
• Release information under supervision or Health Services Administrator.
• Answer phones, type letters, reports and memorandums.
• Maintain rosters for on-site and off-site appointments.
• Order, receive and maintain office supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Confidentiality compliance

Communication skills

Education

CMA or similar

Job description

Medical Records Clerk

ADMINISTRATIVE Temporary Shirley, MA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 13559

J oin the VitalCore Team in Massachusetts! We're people who are fueled by passion, not profit.

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care has an opening for a Temporary Medical Records Clerk at MCI-Shirley in Shirley, MA!

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate and dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first‑hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK BENEFITS PACKAGE (for eligible positions):

Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus

MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK POSITION SUMMARY

The MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK is responsible and accountable for the maintenance of health records. The MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK organizes and maintains a system of files and records concerning diagnoses, treatments, admissions, and discharges.

MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Ensuring compliance with health policies and confidentiality standards.
• Good understanding of medical and pharmacological terminology.
• Must receive a satisfactory background report.
• Preferred CMA or similar.

MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Retrieve medical charts for all healthcare staff and clinics as requested.
• File all currently used medical records. Secure all active and inactive medical records.
• Ensure that charts are counter-signed by Physician and check charts for completeness.
• Release information at the direction of the Medical Records Supervisor, Medical Director, or Health Services Administrator.
• Answer telephone, take messages, and makes telephone calls. Type letters, reports, and memorandums.
• Maintain a roster or appointment book based on scheduled appointments for both on and off-site appointments.
• Order, receive and maintain office supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Keywords: Medical Records Clerk, Clerical, Correctional Facility