Medical Records Specialist & Transcription

County of Merced; Los Banos (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Merced County is seeking a clerical professional for a position in Los Banos to support medical records, transcription, and data management. Responsibilities include chart auditing, transcription of psychiatric reports, and preparation of reports for local, state, and federal agencies.

Strong typing and confidentiality are essential. The role requires one year of medical clerical experience or substitution with medical terminology coursework, with additional experience in a hospital or

Qualifications

• One year of clerical experience in a medical field is required (course in medical terminology may substitute for six months).
• Transcription experience in a hospital or psychiatric facility is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Chart auditing for Federal and State regulations.
• Event monitoring and group card monitoring for billing control purposes.
• Transcribe medical reports including psychiatric evaluations and psychometric testing.
• Type statistical reports and prepare correspondence for agencies.
• Schedule appointments and assist with releases of information forms.
• Update and maintain database files and prepare reports.

Skills

Medical terminology

Typing 45 wpm

Communication skills

Tools

Dictation equipment

Job description

Merced County is seeking a clerical professional for a position in Los Banos to support medical records, transcription, and data management. Responsibilities include chart auditing, transcription of psychiatric reports, and preparation of reports for local, state, and federal agencies.

Strong typing and confidentiality are essential. The role requires one year of medical clerical experience or substitution with medical terminology coursework, with additional experience in a hospital or