Medical Records & EHR Specialist

Care New England; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England seeks a detail-oriented Medical Records Scanner to support the HIM department. You will organize, scan, and file medical records into the EHR, ensuring five-step batch scanning processes and adherence to HIPAA.

You will provide PHI releases following policies, assist clinicians and staff at the front desk, and maintain data quality and confidentiality while delivering courteous service to patients and facilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates degree preferred with clerical skills or healthcare experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in English with strong interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve electronic records and create patient lists in the EHR for audits and transfers.
• Scan all encounter types and documents into the EHR for HIM Department.
• Prepare records for analysts with accurate prepping, scanning, quality check, and validation.
• Perform final quality checks of scanned records per retention policies.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and assist front desk callers and staff.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Interpersonal communication

English proficiency

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Scanners

Copiers

Printers

Faxes

Phone systems

Job description

Care New England seeks a detail-oriented Medical Records Scanner to support the HIM department. You will organize, scan, and file medical records into the EHR, ensuring five-step batch scanning processes and adherence to HIPAA.

You will provide PHI releases following policies, assist clinicians and staff at the front desk, and maintain data quality and confidentiality while delivering courteous service to patients and facilities.