Medical Records Specialist

McGregor PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a community-based service program that provides in-home healthcare services to the elderly as an alternative to nursing home placement, allowing Seniors to remain at home. We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Medical Records Specialist to join our team at PACE. As a Medical Records Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining secure medical record systems in a timely manner for the Center in accordance with State and Federal regulations, as well as professional standards of practice and facility policies and procedures.Responsibilities:Pull and review charts that are to be used daily. File as needed.Responsible for organizing and sending out requested medical records.Maintain the proper format of the medical recordsReview charts as scheduled to ensure that all reports are in the correct chart formatCheck all reports for signatures and dates before filing in the charts.Make certain that the information in the chart is that of the correct patient.Maintain a log to ensure all required records are in the chart and track missing items until received and placed in the chart.Maintain chart sign-out/in-log for charts removed from the Chart Room.Maintain required forms log for dis-enrolled/deaths.Purge inactive charts according to guidelines: Maintain dis-enrolled participant charts and file as needed.Compiles assessment data for IDT and types of preliminary care plans.Takes notes on Team discussions at IDT and Care Planning meetings and types a report based on assessment information.Follow up with IDT members for missing assessments and other information.Communicate with clinical staff and other staff members of the interdisciplinary team.Process Care plans, addenda, schedules invitations, and post Care Plan correspondence.File as requiredResponsible for requesting, receiving, and processing affiliate medical records, including maintaining and requesting proper documentation for Authorization for Release of Medical Records from participants/family members.Maintain facility master database for purposes of immunizations, activities, and mass mailings.Minimum Qualifications:Proficiency in Microsoft Word and basic database skills, requiredHigh School diploma or equivalent; Certification or associate’s degree in medical RecordsTechnology or other related healthcare profession is preferredAttention to detail and the ability to function independently in a fast-paced environment are requiredPreferred Qualifications:One to two years of previous experience in Medical Records; knowledge of healthcare and the National PACE program preferred

Salary : $34 - $54