Medical Records Specialist

Unit/department/service line: Medical Records York Status: Full Time Schedule: Monday

• Friday:3:00-11:30p Weekend Requirement: None Holiday Requirement: None Call Requirement: None General Summary Collects, analyzes and processes patient medical information to ensure the completeness and accuracy of clinical documentation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assembles medical records and analyzes for quantitative deficiencies and assigns deficient records to appropriate providers per applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements while abiding by the Rules & Regulations set forth by the Medical Staff. Collects, prepares and scans patient records according to established procedures.

Prepares and distributes documents such as physician reminder notices, suspension lists, and/or other controlling documents. Retrieves records from various areas for chart processing. Retrieves patient records for continuation of care, Health Information Management (HIM) operations, and record requests. Performs release of information functions for continuation of care requests while protecting the security of the medical record and maintaining confidentiality.

Performs related clerical duties such as photocopying, scanning, answering telephones, setting up/maintaining computer files, reporting productivity data, and distributing incoming mail and reports, operates a PC, scanner, copier and other office equipment. Common Expectations: Maintains job specific standards and expectations relative to productivity and quality.

Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment and safety standards. Participates in educational programs, in-service meetings and department meetings and LEAN projects. Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Prepares fetal monitor strips for storage and boxes records for off-site storage as needed. Travel Requirements: Estimated Amount:

• Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED Required Work Experience: Less than 1 year Relevant experience. Required Courses and Training: Course in medical terminology. Upon Hire Preferred and Coursework in anatomy and physiology. Upon Hire Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Working knowledge of Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite products.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits Retirement savings plan Paid time off (PTO) Education assistance Financial education and support, including Daily. Pay Expanded Paid Parental Leave For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | Well. Span Careers (joinwellspan.org)