Medical Records Specialist - HIPAA & EHR Expert

Gastrosav; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Gastroenterology Consultants of Savannah PC is seeking a Medical Records Specialist to maintain and organize patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in a HIPAA-compliant environment.

You will review, index, and file medical documents, process requests, verify identities, and protect patient information while collaborating with clinical and administrative staff to support quality care.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of medical terminology and insurance processes.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems is required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, organize, update, and retrieve patient medical records in electronic and paper-based systems.
• Review records for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation.
• Scan, index, upload, and file medical documents into patient records.
• Process requests for medical records from patients, providers, insurers, attorneys, and others.
• Verify patient identities and release-of-information requests before disclosure of PHI.
• Ensure confidentiality and HIPAA compliance for patient information.
• Track missing or outstanding documentation and follow up.
• Assist with audits, quality assurance, and compliance activities.
• Maintain records of requests, releases, and medical record transactions.
• Communicate professionally with clinical staff, patients, and external organizations.
• Identify discrepancies and potential privacy or security concerns and report them.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Insurance processes

Electronic Health Records

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Gastroenterology Consultants of Savannah PC is seeking a Medical Records Specialist to maintain and organize patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in a HIPAA-compliant environment.

You will review, index, and file medical documents, process requests, verify identities, and protect patient information while collaborating with clinical and administrative staff to support quality care.