Medical Records Clerk

About the Role

We are seeking a top-notch individual to join our leadership team as a Medical Records Clerk at Cypress Pointe Health and Wellness. This full-time, Monday-Friday position is responsible for maintaining resident medical records and health information systems in accordance with federal and state guidelines, as well as our established facility privacy policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing, planning, and directing the medical records department in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with interdepartmental personnel and other departments to ensure proper maintenance of medical records.
• Assist in recording and filing all incidents/accidents according to established policies and procedures.
• Retrieve resident records (manually/electronically) and deliver as necessary.
• File information such as nurses’ notes, resident assessments, progress notes, laboratory reports, x-ray results, and correspondence into resident charts.
• Collect, assemble, check, and file resident charts as required.
• Assist the MDS Coordinator in scheduling assessments in accordance with current facility and OBRA guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to type a minimum of 45 words per minute and use dictation equipment.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology.
• Working knowledge of anatomy and physiology, legal aspects of health information, coding, and indexing preferred but not required.
• Proficient in the use of computer systems (Word, Excel, Electronic Health Record system, etc.).
• Excellent command of the English language.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, visitors, vendors, and the general public.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and make decisions using discretion and independent judgment.
• Must be in good standing with federal and state governments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.

Benefits

• Very competitive pay.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays.
• New - Scrubs On Wheels.
• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• 100% company-paid life insurance & LTD/AD&D insurance.
• Short-Term Disability.
• Supplemental Insurances (Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Policies, Legal Plans, & More!).

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.