Medical Records Specialist: Coding, Audits & Compliance

Life Care Centers of America; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Medical Records Assistant (Non Nurse) to help manage patients’ clinical records, including coding, auditing, and record management in full compliance with laws and Life Care standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, preferred medical records experience, strong communication with physicians and staff, and proficiency with record-keeping software. Hourly, day shift, full-time, with a competitive pay rate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior medical records experience preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal health documentation laws.
• Proficient in using complex computer software systems.
• Ability to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Understanding of HIPAA requirements.
• Strong communication with physicians and nursing staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.

Responsibilities

• Audit and complete reviews of patients' clinical records for compliance.
• Maintain current, overflow, and discharged record filing.
• Understand LTC payment systems, including Medicare.
• Apply ICD-10-CM coding.
• Comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients.
• Assist in evacuation of patients.
• Collaborate on an interdisciplinary team.
• Read, write, speak English.

Skills

Communication skills

HIPAA knowledge

Coding knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical records experience preferred

Tools

ICD-10-CM coding

Record management software

HIPAA systems

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Medical Records Assistant (Non Nurse) to help manage patients’ clinical records, including coding, auditing, and record management in full compliance with laws and Life Care standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, preferred medical records experience, strong communication with physicians and staff, and proficiency with record-keeping software. Hourly, day shift, full-time, with a competitive pay rate.