Medical Records with Coding

Cherrycountyhospital; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Cherry County Hospital & Clinic is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Records Clerk with Coding to maintain patient records, support coding, and assist with billing workflows.

The role reports to the Health Information Manager, is full-time 40 hours per week, and requires HIPAA familiarity, strong computer skills, and knowledge of ICD/CPT coding.

You will handle records, respond to requests, and ensure confidentiality while contributing to quality patient care and compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong computer, keyboarding, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and with healthcare professionals.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, ICD/CPT coding, and HIPAA regulations.
• Willingness to complete medical terminology and coding coursework if needed.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, scan, and organize patient medical records.
• Process medical record requests per HIPAA and hospital policies.
• Assign ICD and CPT codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Assist with birth certificates, statistical reports, and medical staff files.
• Review records for completeness and communicate with providers.
• Support billing with coding-related claim issues.
• Answer phones, respond to emails, and perform clerical duties.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Computer skills

Keyboarding

Organization

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical terminology course

Medical coding coursework

Tools

HIPAA knowledge

Job description

Description

Job title: Medical Records Clerk with Coding

Reports to: Health Information Manager

Position: Full-Time (40hr per week)

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Cherry County Hospital & Clinic is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Medical Records Clerk to join our team. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate patient records, medical coding, and supporting quality patient care.

Position Responsibilities

• Maintain, scan, and organize patient medical records
• Process medical record requests in accordance with HIPAA and hospital policies
• Assign ICD and CPT codes for diagnoses and procedures
• Assist with birth certificates, statistical reports, and medical staff files
• Review records for completeness and communicate with providers regarding documentation
• Support the billing department with coding-related claim issues
• Answer phones, respond to emails, and complete general clerical duties
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong computer, keyboarding, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with healthcare professionals
• Knowledge of medical terminology, ICD/CPT coding, and HIPAA regulations preferred
• Ability to adapt to changing healthcare regulations and maintain confidentiality
• High School Diploma or GED
• Keyboarding and computer skills
• Completion of medical terminology course preferred or willing to complete a medical terminology course within one year of hire
• Prior experience with medical coding or willing to complete a medical coding course within one year of hire

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods, with occasional standing, bending, and lifting of medical records
• On-call hours required

Excellent Benefits

Cherry County Hospital & Clinic offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 100% employee-paid Health Insurance (Co-pay or HSA options)
• 100% employee-paid Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability
• $50,000 Employer-paid Life Insurance with AD&D
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
• Optional Supplemental Insurance plans
• 457 Retirement Plan with Pre-Tax and Roth options

If you are organized, dependable, and committed to protecting patient confidentiality while providing exceptional support to our healthcare team, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Keyboarding and computer skills
• Completion of medical terminology course preferred or willing to complete a medical terminology course within one year of hire
• Prior experience with medical coding or willing to complete a medical coding course within one year of hire