Overview

Creates new electronic medical records by obtaining information from referring physicians by working the schedule three days in advance to include information for any patients not seen within the last three years. Also to assist physicians and other SpineCare Center personnel, keeping patient records in accordance with hospital, Joint Commission, CMS and departmental policies and procedures. Locates records in the electronic medical record to scan loose reports, dictation and correspondence daily. Completes release of information duties for walk-in, and telephone requests from physicians.

Responsibilities

DCH Standards:

• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.

• Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees.
• Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees.
• Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees.

• Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

WORKING CONDITIONS

Requires ability to work 8 hours quietly at a computer screen and keyboard/mouse. Requires ability to withstand pressures of constant deadlines, audits, educational demands and changing healthcare environment. This job involves standing, walking, sitting, stooping, pushing, pulling, and crouching. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally and 10 pounds frequently. Must have good dexterity. Should be able to reach and extend arms in any direction. Must be able to adapt to changes in work area as assigned. Must have ability to accept criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Physical presence onsite is essential. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.