Medical Records Clerk

Description

This entry-level position requires working on site, local residency is required.

Full time

Day Shift

The purpose of scanning and indexing medical records is to create an electronic record available to multiple users simultaneously for patient care, hospital operations, and processing of patient accounts. The HIM staff will ensure during the prepping, scanning and indexing process that all records are complete, have been scanned accurately, and are indexed properly and timely to maintain the integrity of the medical record and to comply with all statutory or regulatory requirements, Joint Commission standards, CMS Conditions of Participation, concurrent and continued patient care, quality improvement activities, appropriate release of information and timely billing of patient accounts.

• Utilize HIS information systems accurately to retrieve patient information; accurately identifying patient’s medical record numbers, account numbers and visit dates.
• Ensure that all documents are filed or scanned into the appropriate medical record.
• Reconcile receipt of all charts, ensuring that all records have been scanned, indexed and analyzed and available in the EMR & ELR; tracking and locating all missing charts.
• Prepare medical records for scanning; confirming correct patient name and/or medical record and account number on all pages of the record; adding bar code labels when needed and photocopying documents when needed.
• Retrieve the appropriate medical records and appropriate dates of services and copy, scan, and/or fax appropriate records needed for continuing patient care.

• Minimum High School Graduate or equivalent. Associates Degree in Health Information Management or presently enrolled in a Health Information Technology program or similar degree preferred.
• Two or more years analytical and/or clerical experience in an acute care setting required.
• Previous health-related experience working in an EHR preferred.
• Experience with Windows Operating System, EPIC, OnBase, preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.

• Full time 40hrs M-F occasional Saturday (weekend differential applies).
• Must be local, work is on site.
• Great benefits and Health Insurance Coverage starting day one.

Pay Range: $17.50 - 23.00. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients in Waterbury, CT and our surrounding communities since 1909. From the moment you step inside, you'll notice what makes us different: the warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the cleanliness of our facilities, and the way we make patients and their families feel that they are truly being cared for - like a member of our family.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.