Medical Records Assistant (Non Nurse)

The Medical Records Assistant (Non Nurse) supports the management of patients' clinical records through coding, auditing, and record organization, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards. Requirements Include High school diploma or equivalentPreferred prior experience in medical records Key Responsibilities Encompass Performing accurate audits and ongoing reviews of clinical records to ensure documentation complianceMaintaining organized filing systems for current, overflow, and discharged recordsApplying knowledge of LTC payment systems, including Medicare, and ICD-10 CM codingUnderstanding HIPAA regulations and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive informationCommunicating effectively with healthcare staff and demonstrating excellent customer serviceAssisting with patient evacuation and demonstrating dependable attendanceUsing reasoning, judgment, and interdisciplinary teamwork skillsPhysical ability to sit, stand, lift, and move intermittently during workProficiency in English for reading, writing, speaking, and understanding Qualifications And Skills Knowledge of legal documentation requirements, confidentiality, and health information regulationsEffective communication with medical professionals and proficiency with complex computer systemsAbility to make independent decisions and adhere to policies, including compliance and harassment proceduresProfessionalism, integrity, and commitment to confidentiality and standards of conduct