What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Records Specialist position at Rockingham County, NH?
Position is effective February 9th, 2025
Welcome to the commerce center of Southern New Hampshire! Here at Rockingham County, NH, we service our local community through efforts at our County Attorney's Office, Registry of Deeds, Sheriff's Office, Department of Corrections, Finance Office, Human Resources, Nursing Home, Assisted Living Community, and Facilities Operations. We believe in empowering and challenging our team members through opportunities of growth, education, and wellness initiatives. Our team is driven by our mission of serving our community. Be a part of the bigger picture, work alongside industry professionals, enjoy fantastic benefits generous paid time off, and discover the Rockingham County difference.Â
SCOPE OF POSITION
The Medical Records Specialist maintains the personal health information (PHI) records filing system for the Long Term Care Services division in compliance with State and Federal regulations by following established procedures within the standards of regulatory agencies and accreditation. We are committed to providing preventative and restorative care to all residents and clients here at Rockingham County. We want our residents to feel safe, comfortable, and supported in all aspects of their lives to include not only physical, but also emotional, social, spiritual, environmental, and intellectual well-being. The Medical Records Specialist maintains the accuracy and confidentiality of all medical records for the Rockingham County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and Ernest P. Barka Assisted Living Community. This is done through safeguarding client/resident records to ensure compliance with HIPAA standards, ensuring all records are complete, accurate, and properly filed, auditing records, filing records of deceased/discharged residents, assembling charts upon admission, and creating digital images of documents for the electronic medical records system. The Medical Records Specialist also processes all medical record requests for information from family members, outside providers, organizations, authorized individuals, and requests for information from staff. Further, this position monitors and maintains ICD-9 coding, Medicare certifications/recertifications, and Hospice certifications/recertifications.
Mandatory post offer physical and drug testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.
Welcome to the commerce center of Southern New Hampshire! Here at Rockingham County, NH, we service our local community through efforts at our County Attorney's Office, Registry of Deeds, Sheriff's Office, Department of Corrections, Finance Office, Human Resources, Nursing Home, Assisted Living Community, and Facilities Operations. We believe in empowering and challenging our team members through opportunities of growth, education, and wellness initiatives. Our team is driven by our mission of serving our community. Be a part of the bigger picture, work alongside industry professionals, enjoy fantastic benefits generous paid time off, and discover the Rockingham County difference.Â
SCOPE OF POSITION
The Medical Records Specialist maintains the personal health information (PHI) records filing system for the Long Term Care Services division in compliance with State and Federal regulations by following established procedures within the standards of regulatory agencies and accreditation. We are committed to providing preventative and restorative care to all residents and clients here at Rockingham County. We want our residents to feel safe, comfortable, and supported in all aspects of their lives to include not only physical, but also emotional, social, spiritual, environmental, and intellectual well-being. The Medical Records Specialist maintains the accuracy and confidentiality of all medical records for the Rockingham County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and Ernest P. Barka Assisted Living Community. This is done through safeguarding client/resident records to ensure compliance with HIPAA standards, ensuring all records are complete, accurate, and properly filed, auditing records, filing records of deceased/discharged residents, assembling charts upon admission, and creating digital images of documents for the electronic medical records system. The Medical Records Specialist also processes all medical record requests for information from family members, outside providers, organizations, authorized individuals, and requests for information from staff. Further, this position monitors and maintains ICD-9 coding, Medicare certifications/recertifications, and Hospice certifications/recertifications.
- Associates degree in a related field; and
- Four (4) years of medical records experience; or
- An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Mandatory post offer physical and drug testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.
