Discharge planner-Part Time

About the role

This position involves assisting in the medical records department, organizing and directing the department, and performing various administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Receive and follow work schedule/instructions from supervisor
• Aid in organizing, planning, and directing the medical records department
• Assist the Medical Records/Health Information Consultant as needed
• Maintain meeting minutes
• File documents as necessary
• Maintain good relationships with inter-department personnel
• Record incidents/accidents
• Retrieve and file resident records
• Transcribe and type physician reports
• Prepare written correspondence
• Retrieve medical records as requested
• Ensure incomplete records are returned to appropriate departments
• Abstract information for insurance companies, Medicare, Medicaid, VA, etc.
• Index medical records as directed
• Manage various registries
• Assist in developing procedures for proper record completion and assembly
• Ensure resident charts/records are properly secured
• Report any unauthorized attempts to access facility's information system
• Assume administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability for assigned duties

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum typing speed of 45 words per minute
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and legal aspects of health information
• Knowledge of computers, data retrieval, input, and output functions
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations
• Ability to make independent decisions and work harmoniously with others
• Physical ability to move, lift, and carry up to 25 pounds
• Flexibility to work beyond normal hours and respond to emergencies

Skills

• Medical terminology
• Computer proficiency
• Administrative skills
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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