Medical Records Specialist

WellSpan Health; York (York County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Education support

DailyPay

Parental leave

Job summary

WellSpan Health's Medical Records York unit is seeking a detail-focused Records Clerk to collect, analyze, and process patient information, ensuring accuracy for clinical documentation. You will assemble records, prepare scans, and support HIM operations within established procedures.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, accurate documentation, and timely handling of release of information. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with opportunities to advance and access comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year relevant experience. Required
• Course in medical terminology. Upon Hire Preferred and
• Coursework in anatomy and physiology. Upon Hire Preferred
• Working knowledge of Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite products.

Responsibilities

• Assembles medical records and analyzes for deficiencies and assigns deficient records to appropriate providers per applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements while abiding by the Rules & Regulations set forth by the Medical Staff.
• Collects, prepares and scans patient records according to established procedures.
• Prepares and distributes documents such as physician reminder notices, suspension lists, and/or other controlling documents.
• Retrieves records from various areas for chart processing. Retrieves patient records for continuation of care, Health Information Management (HIM) operations, and record requests.
• Performs release of information functions for continuation of care requests while protecting the security of the medical record and maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Outlook

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Job Description

Unit/department/service line: Medical Records York

Status: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday:3:00-11:30p

Weekend Requirement: None

Holiday Requirement: None

Call Requirement: None

General Summary

Collects, analyzes and processes patient medical information to ensure the completeness and accuracy of clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Assembles medical records and analyzes for quantitative deficiencies and assigns deficient records to appropriate providers per applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements while abiding by the Rules & Regulations set forth by the Medical Staff.
• Collects, prepares and scans patient records according to established procedures.
• Prepares and distributes documents such as physician reminder notices, suspension lists, and/or other controlling documents.
• Retrieves records from various areas for chart processing. Retrieves patient records for continuation of care, Health Information Management (HIM) operations, and record requests.
• Performs release of information functions for continuation of care requests while protecting the security of the medical record and maintaining confidentiality.
• Performs related clerical duties such as photocopying, scanning, answering telephones, setting up/maintaining computer files, reporting productivity data, and distributing incoming mail and reports, operates a PC, scanner, copier and other office equipment.

Common Expectations

• Maintains job specific standards and expectations relative to productivity and quality.
• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment and safety standards.
• Participates in educational programs, in-service meetings and department meetings and LEAN projects.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
• Prepares fetal monitor strips for storage and boxes records for off-site storage as needed.

Travel Requirements

• Estimated Amount: - Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience

• Less than 1 year Relevant experience. Required

Courses And Training

• Course in medical terminology. Upon Hire Preferred and
• Coursework in anatomy and physiology. Upon Hire Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge of Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite products.

Benefits Offered

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay
• Expanded Paid Parental Leave

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