Medical Records Clerk - FT Days

Torrance-Memorial-Medical-Center; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrance Memorial Medical Center in Torrance, CA is seeking a Medical Records Clerk to handle incoming requests, file records, and support daily operations in the Medical Records department. You will respond to office calls, scan and file documents in the EMR system (Medi-Tech), retrieve charts, and verify patient authorizations.

The role requires attention to detail, basic computer skills, and at least one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• One year work experience.
• Ability to file alphabetically and numerically.
• PC literate.

Responsibilities

• Receives and responds to phone calls from outside medical offices and internal departments requesting Medical Records information.
• Scans and files all consults and hospital reports in EMR system following departmental procedure.
• Retrieves charts and matches to fee tickets/encounter forms for next day’s appointments.
• Logs Requests for and Release of Medical Records correspondence and ensures correct patient authorization forms are completed accurately.
• Participates in daily performance improvement activities using lean tools and techniques.
• Assists with orientation and training of new employees and volunteers as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Clerical

Attention to detail

PC literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Medi-Tech

Job description

Core Competencies

• Receives and responds to phone calls from outside medical offices and internal departments requesting Medical Records information.
• Scans and files all consults and hospital reports in appropriate sections within the EMR system following departmental procedure.
• Retrieves charts and matches to fee tickets/encounter forms for next day’s appointments.
• Logs Requests for and Release of Medical Records correspondence and ensures correct patient authorization forms are completed accurately.
• Retrieves patient information from computerized hospital records’ systems (eg Medi-Tech).
• Provides coverage for scheduling Representatives as needed.
• Participates in daily performance improvement huddles and hospital performance improvement activities using lean tools and techniques.
• Assists with orientation and training of new employees and volunteers as assigned.
• Utilizes effective communication in all interpersonal interactions including follow-up.
• Understands basic computer programs.

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Higher Education

Additional Information

Experience

N/A

Additional Information

One year work experience. Ability to file alphabetically and numerically. PC literate.

License / Certification Requirements

Compensation Range:

$25.00 - 27.53 / Hour