Unit Secretary: Patient Records & Care Coordination

Capital Health System, Inc.; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

FSA - Healthcare

Paid Time-Off Program

Job summary

Capital Health System, Inc. is seeking a Medical Records Clerk to transcribe orders and manage patient charts in a timely, accurate manner. The role supports physicians, nurses, and staff with essential documentation and record-keeping in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include maintaining charts, filing results, coordinating transfers, and ensuring patient confidentiality. A high school diploma or GED is required, with preferred clerical experience in healthcare and knowledge of

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• One year clerical experience preferred in a medical setting or currently enrolled in an accredited nursing school or medical professional healthcare program.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and transcription skills.
• English speaking skills; basic organizational and reception skills.

Responsibilities

• Transcribes physicians' orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Generates and maintains patient care tools (Kardex, MAR, Nursing Flowsheets).
• Creates and maintains patient charts in compliance with Medical Records guidelines.
• Obtains and files test results, lab reports, and treatments in charts.
• Ensures integrity and confidentiality of medical records.
• Schedules and coordinates patient transfers and admissions as needed.
• Answers calls, takes messages, and communicates with staff promptly.

Skills

Transcription skills

Medical terminology

English speaking

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Capital Health System, Inc. is seeking a Medical Records Clerk to transcribe orders and manage patient charts in a timely, accurate manner. The role supports physicians, nurses, and staff with essential documentation and record-keeping in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include maintaining charts, filing results, coordinating transfers, and ensuring patient confidentiality. A high school diploma or GED is required, with preferred clerical experience in healthcare and knowledge of