What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Medical Records Associate position at Excelin Health Services?
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title / Position : Lead Medical Records Assistant
Reports to : Assistant Administrator / Regional Director of Patient Care Services
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Lead MRA’s primary function is to facilitate the distribution and receipt of Physicians’ Orders; and ensuring the maintenance and accuracy of patient charts.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES
- Act as Leadership for the Medical Records Team, monitoring activity and efforts from all members of the Dedicated MRAs.
- Run and distribute follow up reports to the MRAs.
- Manage aging orders, Consents, NOMNCs and documentation needing to be uploaded in the patient charts.
- Ensure Order & Fax Queues are cleared regularly.
- Lead MRA will lead meetings and record meeting minutes.
- Maintain Physician Signature Attestation file.
- Distribute daily supplies shipped report and ensure items are added in patient charts.
- Ensure new patients are added in the supplies portal.
- Assist with Medical Supplies Closet maintenance and inventory.
- Provide back up to incoming calls and visitors at the front door.
- Assist Facilities Manager as needed.
- Provide effective communication to clients, their families, team members, and other health care professionals.
- Other duties assigned by supervisor.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task
Organized and resourceful self-starter, strong ability to work in a team.
Excellent observation, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and / or organization requirements and is in good working order.
