The primary purpose of this position is to maintain resident medical records and health information systems in strict accordance with current federal and state guidelines
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to maintain resident medical records and health information systems in strict accordance with current federal and state guidelines.
Employees are responsible for retrieving, assembling, checking, and filing resident charts while ensuring incomplete records are corrected by appropriate departments.
Staff must protect protected health information, report unauthorized access attempts, and participate in mandatory training programs such as OSHA, TB, and HIPAA.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to maintain resident medical records and health information systems in strict accordance with current federal and state guidelines.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
High school diploma or GED required
Typing speed minimum 45 words per minute
Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
Proficiency in computer data retrieval functions
Adherence to HIPAA and facility privacy policies
Nice-to-have
Working knowledge of legal aspects of health information
Experience with coding and indexing procedures
Ability to work harmoniously with inter-department personnel
Willingness to incorporate new methods into practices