Medical Records Specialist

Zohorecruit; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb Professional Services is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Records Specialist for a hospital opportunity in Dallas. This role helps maintain accurate, complete, and secure patient records so authorized staff can access needed information.

The ideal candidate will be organized, comfortable with electronic health record systems, and careful with confidential data. Responsibilities include reviewing records, entering and retrieving information, and coordinating with clinical and administrative

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in medical records or related field.
• Experience with EHR systems.
• Strong data-entry and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential patient information.

Responsibilities

• Review patient records for completeness, accuracy, and organization.
• Enter, update, scan, index, and retrieve information in EHR systems.
• Identify missing or inconsistent documentation and resolve discrepancies.
• Respond to record requests per hospital procedures and privacy requirements.
• Maintain records of document requests, releases, and completed work.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to locate records and support timely documentation.
• Protect patient confidentiality and follow information security policies.
• Meet standards for accuracy, productivity, and turnaround time.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality handling

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or certificate in health information management

Tools

EHR systems

Document imaging

Job description

Dallas, United States | Posted on 09/25/2026

Cobb Professional Services Inc. provides Human Resource/Recruitment consulting and Insurance/Risk Management consulting services to clients across a variety of industries. We assist organizations by providing outsourced, strategic and functional business resources resulting in measurable achievements.

Job Description

Cobb Professional Services is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Records Specialist for a hospital opportunity in Dallas. This position helps maintain accurate, complete, and secure patient records so authorized healthcare staff can access the information they need. The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable working in electronic health record systems, and careful when handling confidential information.

Key Responsibilities

Review patient records for completeness, accuracy, and proper organization.

Enter, update, scan, index, and retrieve information in electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Identify missing or inconsistent documentation and follow established procedures to resolve discrepancies.

Respond to authorized requests for records in accordance with hospital procedures and applicable privacy requirements.

Maintain accurate records of document requests, releases, and completed work.

Work with clinical and administrative teams to locate records and support timely documentation.

Protect patient confidentiality and follow the hospital’s information security policies.

Meet established standards for accuracy, productivity, and turnaround time.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

At least 1 year of experience in medical records, health information management, patient registration, or a comparable healthcare administrative role.

Experience entering, reviewing, or maintaining records in an EHR or similar electronic system.

Strong data-entry, computer, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.

Ability to handle confidential patient information appropriately.

Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with multiple departments.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree or certificate in health information management, health information technology, or a related field.

At least 2 years of medical records or hospital health information experience .

Experience with document imaging, record retrieval, or processing requests for medical records.

Familiarity with healthcare terminology and hospital documentation workflows.