What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Records (FT) position at Seaside Health and Rehabilitation Center?
Medical Records Clerk
We are looking to hire a Medical Records Clerk! Our mission is to personalize the wellness journey by providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation experiences that are designed around the needs of each individual. We are dedicated to promoting a better quality of life and transforming ordinary expectations into extraordinary outcomes.
MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK RESPONSIBILITIES :
The Medical Records Clerk ensures that medical records are complete, accurate, and conform and state boards of health standards.
Reports any variations noted and new regulations or requirements, in accordance with standard medical records practices.
Trains staff in coding, indexing, filing, preparing and displaying of information, transcription, medical terminology nomenclature and classification of diseases, and computer services including such related matters as hospital organization, goals, policies and practices, and medical records ethics, laws and regulations.
Supervises and monitors the release of confidential information in accordance with rules and regulations.
The Medical Records Clerk compiles statistical information and registers pertaining to the medical records department, ancillary services, and other statistical information as assigned or requested.
Supervises and coordinates the preparation of statistical information for medical staff, medical staff committees, accreditation agencies, state agencies, and the administration.
Participates and represents the medical records department in various facility committees and medical staff committees as assigned.
Appears in court when subpoenaed to testify about the authentication of medical records.
Abides by the state peer review statute.
The Medical Records Clerk monitors communicable diseases and reports to the state BOH through the infection control officer.
Provides diagnosis codes to the fiscal services department on a timely basis to expedite filing of insurance claims for patient services rendered as required by hospital and external agencies.
Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process.
MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK QUALIFICATIONS :
Two years medical records experience in a physician's office or other health care facility
Thorough knowledge of accepted medical-records practices including medical records ethics, classification, and nomenclature.
Knowledge of accreditation standards and state health regulations
Ability to interpret medical records department policies and procedures and to apply them in specific situations.
Thorough knowledge of federal and state regulations, laws, and utilization review committee planning, organization, and management
Knowledge of medical staff bylaws, rules, and regulations, and the state peer review statute
High school graduate or equivalent
ART (accredited records technician) or RRA (registered records administrator) designation preferred.
Why You’ll Love It Here :
A purposeful role where you are the are liaison between residents and their families.
A professional setting with a twist : where collaboration meets compassion and a bit of fun.
Why Join Us
- Competitive Compensation.
- Great Benefits Package.
- Engaging Work Atmosphere.
- Innovative Training Programs.
- Excellent Growth Opportunities.
- And So Much More!
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
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