Records Specialist

State of Mississippi; Florence (MS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi seeks a Records Specialist to maintain and secure medical and psychiatric records for patients in state hospitals and juvenile facilities. You will review charts for compliance, index and file records, and retrieve documents for authorized agencies and physicians.

The role requires 4–6 years in medical records with attention to detail, strong communication, and organizational skills. Certifications such as RHIA/RHIT/CCA/CCS/CCS-P/CPC/CPC-H/CPC-P are preferred.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 4–6 years of relevant experience with 2–4 years of medical records experience.
• Certification in RHIA, RHIT, CCA, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, CPC-H or CPC-P may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain medical and psychiatric records for patients admitted to state hospitals or juvenile facilities.
• Index, code, and file medical records and related correspondence.
• Locate and retrieve medical records upon request from an authorized agency, hospital, or physician.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Positive attitude

Education

RHIA

RHIT

CCA

CCS

CCS-P

CPC

CPC-H

CPC-P

Tools

Medical Records Software

Job description

Records Specialist in 61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$28,542.30 - $50,161.32 Annually

Location

61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9214-0374-20260921R

Opening Date

09/21/2026

9/29/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$28,542.30

$50,161.32

About the Agency

The mission of Mississippi State Hospital (MSH) is to help the individuals we serve achieve mental wellness by encouraging hope, promoting safety, and supporting recovery while utilizing resources effectively. Call Human Resources for more information at 601-351-8020.

Professional Patient Records position accountable for the maintenance of medical and psychiatric records of patients admitted to state hospitals or juvenile training schools. Jobs at this level review medical record charts to determine compliance with standards established by state statute; index, code, and file medical records and related correspondence; and locate and retrieve medical records upon request from an authorized agency, hospital, or physician.This position is within Building 21, A-Shift.

What you'll need to be Successful

Successful candidates must have a good attitude, be ready and willing to learn and grow, have strong attention to detail, strong communication skills, and excellent organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires 4-6 years of relevant experience with 2-4 years of medical records experience. Appointing authority may require certification in any one of the following: Registered Health Information Management Administrator (RHIA); Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT);Certified Coding Associate (CCA); Certified Coding Specialist (CCS); Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P); Certified Professional Coder (CPC); Certified Professional Coder-Hospital Outpatient (CPC-H); or Certified Professional Coder-Payer (CPC-P).

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201