Medical Records Clerk

2h2 hours ago

Sanford Health

Iron Mountain, US · Full-time · $35,500 – $46,800

About this role

The Medical Records Clerk maintains the organizational integrity of the medical record and the Health Information Management Department. Sanford Health is the largest rural health system in the United States, dedicated to transforming the health care experience.

Responsibilities include locating medical records for patient care, clinic visits, chart review and return to files in an accurate and timely manner. Requests arrive by telephone, fax, mail, or in person following department guidelines.

Complete admission and discharge processes to ensure accurate data with reporting of required information such as birth certificates. Perform chart prepping, scanning, indexing and analysis for all patient types while releasing information according to federal and state laws.

Maintain strict confidentiality with the ability to communicate in a diplomatic fashion dealing with patients, physicians, hospital personnel, attorneys, insurance companies and the general public. Uses all available system and software applications to achieve maximum efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

Minimum of one year of hands-on experience dealing with the medical record and/or completion of Medical Records Certificate or degree.
Certificate or degree in Medical Office or Business Office accepted in place of experience.
Able to use automated systems and all available software applications.
Excellent communication and organizational skills required.
Able to work in small, enclosed filing areas and possess physical dexterity.
Able to handle varied working conditions, large volumes and work well under pressure.
Medical Records, Medical Office, or Business Office certificate or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Locate medical records for patient care, clinic visits, chart review and return to files in an accurate and timely manner.
Complete admission and discharge processes to ensure accurate data including reporting of birth certificates.
Perform chart prepping, scanning, indexing and analysis for all patient types.
Release information to requesting entities following federal and state laws and hospital guidelines.
Use all available system and software applications to achieve maximum efficiency and accuracy.
Maintain strict confidentiality while communicating diplomatically with patients, physicians, attorneys and insurance companies.