MDS Coordinator

About the role

This position involves assisting in the medical records department, organizing and directing its operations, and providing support to other departments within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Follow work schedule and instructions from supervisor and established policies.
• Aid in organizing and directing the medical records department.
• Assist the Medical Records/Health Information Consultant as needed.
• Maintain meeting minutes.
• File documents as necessary.
• Maintain positive relationships with inter-departmental personnel.
• Record incidents/accidents and file accordingly.
• Retrieve and file resident records.
• Transcribe and type physician reports.
• Prepare and answer correspondence.
• Retrieve medical records as requested.
• Ensure incomplete records are corrected.
• Develop and maintain procedures for resident records.
• Ensure records are properly filed and accessed.
• Abstract information for insurance companies, Medicare, Medicaid, VA, etc.
• Index medical records as directed.
• Manage various registries.
• 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 health information systems preferred.
• On-the-job training in medical record and health information system procedures.
• Knowledge of computers, data retrieval, and input/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 operate equipment as needed.
• Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress.
• General health requirements set forth by the facility.