Medical Records Clerk (44627)

Urology Clinics; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Urology Clinics in Dallas, TX is seeking a Medical Records Clerk to maintain patient records, distribute reports to physicians, and log test results. The role involves handling faxed prescription requests and responding to records requests.

Candidates should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, basic computer skills, and familiarity with EMR/PM systems and medical records databases. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with attention to detail and the ability to

Qualifications

• Must have interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate effectively with physicians, Medical Assistants, patients, co-workers, hospital staff and others.
• Must maintain professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Must have the ability to multitask and pay close attention to detail.
• Must have the knowledge of medical office methods and procedures.
• Must have basic computer skills and an understanding of the practice’s computer system. (EMR/PM/Scheduling)
• Must have knowledge of Orders Database.
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Sorts incoming faxes and distributes faxes to the appropriate physician and/or Medical Assistant.
• Scans reports, consents, and progress notes into the patients chart and notifies the physician to sign off on the items.
• Downloads all CT and pathology reports and enters the reports into the Orders Database.
• Retrieves all reports requested from a physician or Medical Assistant.
• Performs special projects as assigned by Administrator or other members of management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Professional appearance

Multitask

Attention to detail

Medical office procedures

Basic computer skills

EMR/PM/Scheduling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR/PM/Scheduling

Orders Database

Job description

## OverviewCategoryHealth Care## Description### POSITION TITLE: Medical Records ClerkREPORTS TO: Administrator**JOB SUMMARY**The medical records employee is responsible for maintaining records, distributing reports to physicians in a timely manner, logging in test results, handling the prescription request via fax and completing records requests. The employee should be willing to assist the patient, co-workers and physicians as needed.**MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**General Administrative, Productivity/Work Flow Duties1. Sorts incoming faxes and distributes faxes to the appropriate physician and/or Medical Assistant2. Scans reports, consents, and progress notes into the patients chart and notifies the physician to sign off on the items.3. Downloads all CT and pathology reports and enters the reports into the Orders Database.4. Retrieves all reports requested from a physician or Medical Assistant.5. Performs special projects as assigned by Administrator or other members of management.MAINTENANCE OF SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE1. Maintains a basic understanding of urology-related conditions, diseases and procedures.2. Utilizes good communication skills during interactions with patients and co-workers.3. Achieves and maintains positive working relationships and rapport with colleagues, physicians, employees, and other health care providers to ensure quality delivery and promotion of health care.## INDEPENDENT JUDGMENTWork is performed in accordance with established procedures and by using independent judgment and discretion. The medical records employee is expected to analyze any patient questions and/or complaints and determine proper courses of action to take. **ESSENTIAL SKILLS, BODIES OF KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION**1. Must have interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate effectively with physicians, Medical Assistants, patients, co-workers, hospital staff and others.2. Must maintain professional appearance and demeanor at all times.3. Must have the ability to multitask and pay close attention to detail.4. Must have the knowledge of medical office methods and procedures.5. Must have basic computer skills and an understanding of the practice’s computer system. (EMR/PM/Scheduling)6. Must have knowledge of Orders Database.7. Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent## Qualifications**ESSENTIAL SKILLS, BODIES OF KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION**1. Must have interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate effectively with physicians, Medical Assistants, patients, co-workers, hospital staff and others.2. Must maintain professional appearance and demeanor at all times.3. Must have the ability to multitask and pay close attention to detail.4. Must have the knowledge of medical office methods and procedures.5. Must have basic computer skills and an understanding of the practice’s computer system. (EMR/PM/Scheduling)6. Must have knowledge of Orders Database.7. Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent