Job Description

Medical Records Clerk

is responsible for maintaining, incorporating, and accurately accounting for all health documentation at Family Care Visiting Nurse. The position will be based out of

Stratford, CT.

Medical Records Clerk Responsibilities

(This list not inclusive of all duties assigned)

The right candidate will possess the following skills and abilities:

Responsible for accessing, maintaining and auditing all medical charts; corrects and communicates problems according to established policies and procedures. Analyzes medical records for verification of patient's diagnosis, accurate dates, and physician. Frequent use of placing and receiving telephone calls, relaying messages and transferring calls as deemed necessary, perform clerical/technical duties: prepare, type and create reports as needed. Retrieve, deliver, and file health records daily for documentation team as needed; ensure that the guidelines for proper handling are met at all times. Assist in locating, retrieving, sending, and scanning requested medical records. Understand and follow applicable Federal and CT State laws and regulations, professional standards, and ethical principles; comply with American Care policies and procedures to ensure patient safety and protect patient privacy and security. Attend all scheduled meetings and required training.

Medical Records Qualifications

Excellent communication skills. Prior 1-3 years of medical records experience in a healthcare setting is highly preferred. Strong interpersonal skills. Must be detail oriented with the ability to multitask.

Position Description

Performs a variety of clerical duties, such as sorting and filing correspondence, cards, invoices, receipts or other records. Collects information for specified report formats. Maintains files, posting records, compiling statistical data, making and checking calculations, preparing and sorting mail, proofreading, completing forms and checking for accuracy, answering telephones and simple typing. May act as a liaison to medical providers / MDs and assist with calling and delivering order to clinics as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

1+ years of clerical experience

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location: In person