Discharge Planner-part Time

Santa Cruz Post Acute

Onsite
High school diploma or ged required
Typing speed minimum 45 words per minute
Knowledge of medical terminology
The role involves organizing, planning, and directing the medical records department in accordance with established policies

Job Summary

  • The role involves organizing, planning, and directing the medical records department in accordance with established policies.
  • Employees must abstract information from records for insurance companies, Medicare, Medicaid, and VA in compliance with Privacy Rules.
  • The position requires maintaining registries for admission and discharge while ensuring resident charts are properly completed and filed.

Matching Summary

The role involves organizing, planning, and directing the medical records department in accordance with established policies.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Typing speed minimum 45 words per minute
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Computer data retrieval and input skills
  • Ability to lift 25 pounds up to 5 feet

Nice-to-have

  • Working knowledge of legal aspects of health information
  • Experience with coding and indexing preferred
  • Ability to work harmoniously with diverse personnel
  • Willingness to incorporate new methods into practices

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum typing speed of 45 wpm
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
  • Proficiency with computer data functions

Work Rights

Not specified

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