Medical Records Clerk
Position Summary
Overview:
The Medical Records Clerk assists the Allegheny County Jail Medical Unit in maintaining efficient and effective operations through the completion of clerical duties. Duties include organizing and handling medical records, preparing charts, responding to correspondence, compiling data, scheduling appointments, and communicating with supervisors.
- Maintains and organizes all medical records, creating new records, repairing damaged documents, and combining medical records from previous incarcerations.
- Prepares charts ensuring proper assembly of files before and after release of records.
- Ensures a health record is maintained for each incarcerated individual in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Prepares medical records for audits and reviews.
- Responds as appropriate to correspondence related to medical records.
- Compiles and maintains data regarding sick calls, intake, clinics, etc.
- Schedules appointments for incarcerated individuals requiring the services of clinics or outside agencies.
- Collaborates with correctional staff as needed to facilitate the transfer of incarcerated individuals for medical appointments within the facility.
- Communicates with the appropriate supervisors regarding issues or concerns with medical record keeping.
- Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Requirements
- A high school diploma or its equivalent AND one (1) year of related experience performing administrative/clerical duties in an office setting.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
- Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician and/or medical records experience preferred.
- Act 33/34 clearances are required prior to appointment at the cost of the applicant. Must have CPR/BLS certification at time of appointment.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of:
- Policies and procedures associated with medical record documentation.
- Regulations governing patient confidentiality.
- Medical terminology.
- Skills in:
- Microsoft Office products.
- Electronic Health Records preferred.
- Abilities to:
- Communicate effectively and follow written and oral instructions.
- Interact professionally with medical staff, nursing personnel, incarcerated individuals, etc.
- Read and interpret medical records and reports and provide or extract information.
- Make independent decisions when warranted.
- Absorb and adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks in a stressful environment.
- Work shifts in a 24/7 facility.
- Not required to live in Allegheny County
- Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
Residency & Veterans' Preference
Benefits
Salary: $20.0000 per hour
Pay
Salary: $20.0000 per hour
Schedule
Working hours between 2pm-10pm
Contact Information
How to Apply: Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.