Medical Records Technician

TCAVI; Gainesville, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cardiac and Vascular Institute in Gainesville, FL seeks a Medical Records Technician to maintain and secure patient health records in our EMR system. You will file, update and retrieve records while coordinating with patients and referring providers to ensure accuracy and timely access.

Minimal post-secondary education; minimum two years in an office setting and one year in medical records preferred. EMR experience is a plus and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years office experience; one year medical records experience.
• EMR system experience not required but preferred.

Responsibilities

• Store, access, request and update patients’ health records electronically.
• File medical histories and other information electronically in patient charts.
• Communicate with patients and referring provider offices to accomplish tasks.
• Enter chart information into EMR system.
• Locate and send electronic records to requesting physicians/departments.
• Use computer to track chart inquiries and access other pertinent information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR system

Job description

THE CARDIAC AND VASCULAR INSTITUTE is a cardiology practice in Gainesville FL. We are passionate about providing the highest quality cardiovascular care to the people of North Central Florida. We are proud to be certified as a GREAT PLACE TO WORK® . We are seeking a MEDICAL RECORD TECHNICIAN to join our team. The job is located in zip code 32605.

JOB TITLE:

Medical Records Technician

LOCATION:

Gainesville, FL

FLSA STATUS:

Non-exempt

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

• Responsible for storing, accessing, requesting and updating patients’ health records electronically.
• Files medical histories and other information electronically in patient charts in proper order following department guidelines.
• Communicates with patients and referring provider offices to accomplish task.
• Enters chart information into EMR system.
• Locates and sends electronic records to requesting physicians/departments.
• Uses computer to track chart inquiries and to access other pertinent information.
• Other duties as assigned.

The job holder must demonstrate current competencies applicable to the job position.

EDUCATION:

High school degree or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of two years office experience; one year medical records experience.

REQUIREMENTS:

EMR system experience not required but preferred.

ENVIRONMENTAL / WORKING CONDITIONS:

Office setting, well-lighted and ventilated, adequate space.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

Prolonged seating. Occasional bending, twisting, stooping. Requires use of office equipment. Normal vision needed. May lift 10-25 pounds.