Medical Records Clerk-PRN

Universal Health Services; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Challenging work environment

Job summary

Thecarolinacenter in Greer, South Carolina, is seeking a dedicated individual to support the Medical Records Department. This role includes various clerical and technical tasks and is suitable for an entry-level candidate with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities encompass following up on patient accounts, preparing billing accounts, and coordinating collection procedures with the Business Office. A high school diploma is required, and experience in a psychiatric facility is a plus.

Qualifications

• Zero to one year of experience in clerical support or healthcare environment.
• Experience in a psychiatric facility is helpful but not required.
• Strong organizational and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Medical Records Department with various clerical tasks.
• Follow-up on hospital patient accounts using specific systems.
• Prepare physician billing accounts for refunds.
• Maintain patient account spreadsheets in Excel.
• Coordinate collection procedures with the Business Office.

Skills

Typing

Clerical skills

Filing

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Supports Medical Records Department through a variety of clerical, technical and related support services.

Essential Job Functions

• Follow-up on Hospital patient accounts by utilizing Acts, Midas and Escan System.
• Prepare physician billing accounts for refunds through the Misys Tiger System.
• Prepare and write-up cash for posting.
• Enter adjustments through UHS bad debt system for approval.
• Create and maintain patient account spreadsheets in Excel.
• Prepare accounts for month end through Spool Explorer for bad debt accounts.
• Follow Self Pay Collections procedures by phone calls, data mailers, and notification to support staff in a timely manner.
• Transfer accounts deemed uncollectible to outside collection agencies.
• Prepare hospital deposits through the Teller Scan system.
• Identify and process approved adjustments.
• Identify and resolve problems within the department.
• Prepare physician billing packets for FedEx delivery and pick‑up.
• Coordinate collection procedures with Business Office staff and supervisor.
• Forward all necessary information to appropriate Business Office staff.
• Prepare charts for patient discharge process.
• Maintain up‑to‑date filing on various components of the record.
• Review, evaluate and process release of information requests as directed.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment; Career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Degree or equivalent.
• Experience: Zero to one year of experience; typing, clerical, filing, work organization, prioritization, time management, sound judgment, decision‑making, office procedure skills, communication skills, office equipment experience, and experience in a psychiatric facility helpful.

About the Role

It’s the opportunity to make a difference that drives you. It’s taking the time to really listen to a patient so you can do your best to help. It’s the camaraderie among professionals who push you further than you ever thought you could go. You are as equally diligent and attentive during quiet times as you are in a crisis situation. You are a highly empathetic individual with a high level of emotional and social intelligence. Your satisfaction comes from a patient’s noticeable progress or a sincere word of thanks from your patient’s family. It’s these experiences that solidify your dedication to helping others.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.