Medical Records Technician - SCI Fayette

THE POSITION

Are you a motivated and detail-oriented individual looking to build a meaningful career in public service? The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Medical Records Technician to join our medical records team at the State Correctional Institution (SCI)  this important role, you will handle the technical responsibilities involved in maintaining accurate medical records for inmates housed at the facility.

If you take pride in doing careful, accurate work and want to make a real impact, apply today to put your skills to work in a role that truly matters!

In this position, you will oversee the organization, maintenance, and monitoring of the integrated health records system for incarcerated individuals. Your responsibilities include coding diagnoses, surgical procedures, specialized therapies, program services, and treatments using appropriate diagnostic-related group assignments. You will ensure all medical reports and documentation comply with established documentation standards, DOC policies, and applicable federal, state, and accreditation requirements for health care.

Additional duties include filing, retrieving, and releasing health care records in accordance with confidentiality guidelines, regulations, and legal requirements. You will also review medical records and reports for accuracy and completeness, identifying deficiencies and returning incomplete or insufficient documentation for correction.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 60 or 65.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $45,907.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• You must be in possession of a valid Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certificate or a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certificate issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), or eligibility for certification including completion of an AHIMA approved RHIT or RHIA Health Information Management education program.

Post Employment Requirement:

• Employees who meet the Necessary Special Requirement based on the eligibility option for the RHIT or RHIA certification must obtain one of these certifications within 12 months of employment.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
  * 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment…