Medical Records Coordinator

Elevate Care Waukegan; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Elevate Care Waukegan seeks a detail-oriented Medical Records Coordinator to oversee records management, ensuring HIPAA compliance and confidentiality in a healthcare setting.

The role focuses on accurate documentation, audits, staff training, and collaboration with clinical and administrative teams to support patient care and regulatory requirements.

Candidates with experience in EHR systems and state guidelines are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical records management within a healthcare or skilled nursing facility setting.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, Medicare/Medicaid requirements, and state guidelines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain medical records in compliance with HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid, and state regulations.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation, filing, and retrieval of patient records.
• Conduct routine audits to verify record accuracy and completeness.
• Train and oversee medical records staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to policies.
• Respond to requests for medical records from authorized personnel while maintaining confidentiality.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to support patient care and regulatory compliance.
• Stay updated on changes in medical records regulations and implement necessary updates.

Skills

Medical records management

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Confidentiality

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Elevate Care Waukegan

Elevate Care is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Medical Records Coordinator to join our team. This position oversees medical records management, ensuring compliance with all state, federal, and facility regulations while maintaining the highest level of accuracy and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain medical records in compliance with HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid, and state regulations.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation, filing, and retrieval of patient records.
• Conduct routine audits to verify record accuracy and completeness.
• Train and oversee medical records staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to policies.
• Respond to requests for medical records from authorized personnel while maintaining confidentiality.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to support patient care and regulatory compliance.
• Stay updated on changes in medical records regulations and implement necessary updates.

Qualifications:

• Experience in medical records management within a healthcare or skilled nursing facility setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, Medicare/Medicaid requirements, and state guidelines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and maintain confidentiality.

Why Join Elevate Care?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Growth and advancement opportunities