Records Specialist

Records Specialist in 61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$28,542.30 - $50,161.32 Annually

61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

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09/21/2026

9/29/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

$28,542.30

$50,161.32

The mission of Mississippi State Hospital (MSH) is to help the individuals we serve achieve mental wellness by encouraging hope, promoting safety, and supporting recovery while utilizing resources effectively. Call Human Resources for more information at .

Professional Patient Records position accountable for the maintenance of medical and psychiatric records of patients admitted to state hospitals or juvenile training schools. Jobs at this level review medical record charts to determine compliance with standards established by state statute; index, code, and file medical records and related correspondence; and locate and retrieve medical records upon request from an authorized agency, hospital, or physician.

This position is within Building 21, A-Shift.

Successful candidates must have a good attitude, be ready and willing to learn and grow, have strong attention to detail, strong communication skills, and excellent organizational skills.

Typically requires 4-6 years of relevant experience with 2-4 years of medical records experience. Appointing authority may require certification in any one of the following:
Registered Health Information Management Administrator (RHIA);
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT);

Certified Coding Associate (CCA);
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS);
Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P);
Certified Professional Coder (CPC);
Certified Professional Coder-Hospital Outpatient (CPC-H); or Certified Professional Coder-Payer (CPC-P).

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201