Medical Records Clerk

Baden Street Settlement; United States; Remote; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baden Street Settlement is seeking a detail-oriented Remote Medical Records Clerk to support its administrative and healthcare documentation operations. This fully remote role requires careful handling of patient information and strong organizational skills.

You will maintain and update electronic medical records, enter information into systems, and ensure records are accurate, accessible to authorized staff, and stored securely in compliance with privacy regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in medical records, data entry, or healthcare administration preferred.
• Strong typing and data entry skills.
• Familiarity with electronic health records is a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, organize, and update electronic medical records and patient files.
• Enter patient information and medical histories into designated systems.
• Review records for accuracy and completeness.
• Scan, upload, categorize, and archive medical documents.
• Retrieve records for authorized staff on request.
• Identify missing or incorrect information and coordinate corrections.
• Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive data.
• Support records requests and general administrative tasks.
• Maintain organized digital filing systems for quick retrieval.
• Follow recordkeeping procedures and privacy regulations.

Skills

Medical records

Data entry

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Remote work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Baden Street Settlement is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Remote Medical Records Clerk to support its administrative and healthcare documentation operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate medical records, updating patient information, organizing electronic documents, and ensuring that records are properly stored and accessible to authorized personnel.

This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to handle sensitive information responsibly.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, organize, and update electronic medical records and patient files.


• Enter patient information, medical histories, and other healthcare documentation into designated systems.


• Review records for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.


• Scan, upload, categorize, and archive medical documents.


• Retrieve medical records and documentation when requested by authorized staff.


• Identify missing, incomplete, or inaccurate information and coordinate corrections.


• Ensure proper handling and confidentiality of sensitive patient information.


• Assist with records requests, documentation processing, and administrative tasks.


• Maintain organized digital filing systems for efficient record retrieval.


• Follow established recordkeeping procedures and applicable healthcare privacy regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Previous experience in medical records, data entry, healthcare administration, or a related field preferred.


• Strong typing, data entry, and computer skills.


• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems is an advantage.


• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to manage confidential information responsibly.


• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote environment.

Required Skills

• Medical records management


• Electronic data entry


• Document organization and filing


• Data accuracy and verification
  
• Microsoft Office proficiency


• Confidentiality and information security


• Time management and organization


• Written communication

Work Environment

This is a fully remote position requiring a reliable internet connection, a suitable home workspace, and the ability to work independently while communicating effectively with the administrative team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baden Street Settlement is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered based on their skills, qualifications, and relevant experience.