Medical Records Specialist - EMR & Compliance

U.S. Department of Defense; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Defense in Beaufort, SC seeks a Medical Records Clerk to manage patient records, operate EMR systems, and ensure confidentiality. You will organize documents, file records chronologically, and prepare correspondence related to medical records for review by clinicians and administrators.

The role requires compliance with DoD health information privacy rules, pre-employment screenings, and immunization requirements, with physical health standards maintained through ongoing exams.

Qualifications

• Appointment may be subject to suitability or fitness determination after a background investigation.
• Position is subject to a background investigation to determine suitability for Federal employment.
• All applicants tentatively selected must submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
• Pre-employment screening and random drug testing may be required, including testing due to on-duty incidents.
• Pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter ensure ongoing health and fitness.
• Lifting up to 20 pounds may be required.
• Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact; proofs may be requested for other immunizations.
• Seasonal influenza vaccination is mandatory unless exempted for medical or religious reasons (exemption docs required).
• Tuberculosis testing is required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews records for correct format, serviceability, and completeness.
• Files all paperwork pertinent to the patient's medical care into medical records by chronological order.
• Interviews and in-processes new patients.
• Operates and understands electronic medical record platforms.
• Follows procedures to maintain confidentiality of health information.
• Applies clinic guidelines concerning release of patient records.
• Ensures proper completion and filing of forms in medical records.
• Composes and types correspondence including transmittal letters, requests for medical records, and other correspondence.
• Collects and organizes data for statistical reports, audits, and research projects; extracts data for reports.

Job description

U.S. Department of Defense in Beaufort, SC seeks a Medical Records Clerk to manage patient records, operate EMR systems, and ensure confidentiality. You will organize documents, file records chronologically, and prepare correspondence related to medical records for review by clinicians and administrators.

The role requires compliance with DoD health information privacy rules, pre-employment screenings, and immunization requirements, with physical health standards maintained through ongoing exams.