What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Records position at Carevide?
Purpose of Position:
Creates new medical records and retrieves existing medical records by gathering appropriate records and contents; inputting and recording locations to computer, delivering records. Maintains patient files; responds to requests for medical records; performs clerical duties. Acts as a member of the Care Team, works collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical staff and is responsible for assisting in the promotion of the health and well-being of a panel of patients. Medical Records Clerk is the primary contact for DataFile.
Essential Functions:
1. Assists in gathering necessary information for completion of medical records.
2. Responds to requests for medical records from patients and/or other medical providers and processes letters and reports in the patient EHR.
3. Assists in keeping all medical reports filed.
4. Assists in checking each chart for contents, completion and documentation.
5. Keeps supervisor informed of problems or issues and monitors supplies needed.
6. Assists in the process of training managers and troubleshoots any questions related to DataFile.
7. Assists in the process of obtaining imaging reports.
8. Oversees and monitors fax folders at each Carevide Site.
9. Oversees reports on Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) program.
10. Manages NextGen Task Inbox.
11. Monitors the retention and purging of charts monthly.
12. Helps with New Hire Orientation
13. Related duties as assigned.
This job description shall include, but is not necessarily limited to, the above duties. Candidate may temporarily perform other duties as assigned to maintain operations and services.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
1. Should have three years’ experience in office work to include such clerical duties as filing, verifying medical records and telephone skills.
2. Knowledge of medical records analyzing and processing techniques and standards.
3. Knowledge of medical records guidelines and regulations.
4. Verbal and Written communication skills.
5. High School Diploma or GED required