Mission-Critical Medical Records Specialist

U.S. Department of Defense; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Defense seeks a Medical Records Technician to maintain custody of outpatient records and support patient care in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

This Direct Hire Solicitation involves handling records, answering inquiries, and processing new patients in a secure environment. Responsibilities include retrieving records, interviewing patients, and ensuring accurate data collection for medical records.

Qualifications

• Suitability/background check may be required.
• Background investigation and credit check required.
• Tuberculosis testing required.
• Mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination unless exempted for medical or religious reasons.

Responsibilities

• Maintains custody of outpatient medical records according to regulatory guidelines and local policies.
• Answers patient's questions and telephone inquiries.
• Retrieves individual medical records from the terminal digit system for scheduled appointment.
• Determines eligibility of new patients.
• Files paperwork pertinent to the patient's medical care.
• Interviews new patients, obtains necessary identifying data for preparation of medical record.

Job description

The U.S. Department of Defense seeks a Medical Records Technician to maintain custody of outpatient records and support patient care in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

This Direct Hire Solicitation involves handling records, answering inquiries, and processing new patients in a secure environment. Responsibilities include retrieving records, interviewing patients, and ensuring accurate data collection for medical records.