What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Records position at Swope Health Services?
The Medical Records Specialist is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, accessibility, security, and quality of health information records. This role plays a vital part in maintaining the integrity of electronic health records (EHR) and other healthcare documentation to support efficient healthcare delivery, meet regulatory requirements, and facilitate patient care.
Successful Candidate will have:
- Record Management: Accurately organize, update, and maintain electronic health records (EHR) and physical medical records according to organizational and regulatory standards.
- Data Quality and Accuracy: Review, validate, and correct medical records to ensure data integrity, quality, and accuracy; identify and resolve documentation errors or inconsistencies in collaboration with healthcare providers.
- Compliance and Privacy: Ensure all records meet HIPAA and other regulatory standards, including maintaining patient confidentiality and data security practices.
- Communication and Support: Work closely with healthcare providers, administrative staff, and external partners to support record accuracy and completeness, address requests for information, and resolve issues related to documentation.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on best practices, new technologies, and industry standards in health information management to support efficient and compliant HIM processes.
Education/Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma; Certification in RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) preferred.
- Experience: 1-2 years of experience in health information management, medical records, or a related field.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with EHR systems and health information management software. Proficient with Office 365 products.
- Knowledge and Skills: Strong understanding of HIPAA and other regulatory requirements; excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational abilities.
- Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with both clinical and non-clinical staff; strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a healthcare setting.
About Swope Health Services:
Each year, Swope Health serves over 45,000 patients, encompassing more than 200,000 visits in four counties on both sides of the state line. Our team members are proud of the work we do and the promise we've made – delivering coordinated care that values the needs of the whole person and championing better health in our community.
Swope Health is a special place that cares for the people who need it most, wherever they are in the community. As part of our promise to battle health inequities and provide high-quality, comprehensive care, we make care visible. That means we proudly deliver our promise through every action, every day.
Swope Health Services supports its team members with:
- Medical benefits (including a Health Savings Account option), dental and vision
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Days Off beginning at 12 days annually, effective the first day of employment
- Eight annual company-paid holidays; One annual paid personal day
Swope Health is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
