Medical Records Specialist (HIPAA & Records Requests)

Petersburg Medical Center; Petersburg (AK); Presencial; USD 38.000 - 46.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Petersburg Medical Center is seeking a Medical Records Clerk to coordinate the transmission and receipt of medical records, ensuring HIPAA compliance. This full-time role supports the HIM department and interfaces with patients, providers, attorneys, and agencies.

Responsibilities include verifying ROI, retrieving records from EMR, billing-related charge sheets, and ensuring timely processing. Background checks and drug screening are required; immunization compliance is expected.

Formación

• Healthcare experience 2–3 years preferred.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and general computer skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information and work in HIPAA-compliant environment.

Responsabilidades

• Process and fulfill medical records requests from patients, providers, staff, attorneys, and agencies.
• Verify signed ROI before releasing or copying records.
• Retrieve, print, copy, and prepare records from EMR systems per policies and HIPAA.
• Maintain documentation of requests, releases, and privacy requirements.
• Prepare charge sheets for medical records requests.
• Apply copying and postage fees for authorized entities.
• Forward charge sheets and forms to Billing for processing.
• Upload cancer care information to State Cancer Registry per deadlines.
• Gather paper records daily for scanning and electronic filing.
• Complete printing, copying, and mailing of records timely and accurately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Medical terminology

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Organizational skills

HIPAA/privacy awareness

Herramientas

EMR systems

Descripción del empleo

Petersburg Medical Center is seeking a Medical Records Clerk to coordinate the transmission and receipt of medical records, ensuring HIPAA compliance. This full-time role supports the HIM department and interfaces with patients, providers, attorneys, and agencies.

Responsibilities include verifying ROI, retrieving records from EMR, billing-related charge sheets, and ensuring timely processing. Background checks and drug screening are required; immunization compliance is expected.