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Job Title: Medical Records Specialist
Client Location: Nashville, TN 37243
Travel: Required to attend in-person meetings approximately 2 to 4 times per year
Job Duration: 12 Months Contract with Possible Extension
Work Mode: Hybrid
Pay Rate: $26.66/Hour on W2
Work Hours: 08:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Job Description
Position Description
Medical Records Specialist supports the Viral Hepatitis Program by accurately processing and maintaining hepatitis surveillance data in the National Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NEDSS) Based System (NBS). The role applies CDC/CSTE case definitions, identifies reportable case types, performs data cleaning and quality assurance, and collaborates with program and surveillance staff to support data integrity and public health reporting.
Job Duties
Process and enter hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) laboratory and case data in NBS
Review and manage assigned surveillance and document review queues
Apply CDC/CSTE case definitions to determine case status
Identify acute, reinfection, perinatal, infant, and fetal death cases
Perform routine data cleaning and quality assurance
Process paper, electronic, and orphaned laboratory reports
Resolve data discrepancies and incomplete records
Coordinate medical record requests as assigned
Communicate data issues and notable findings to the team leader
Participate in required meetings, training, and team activities
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; data entry or data systems experience and medical or public health knowledge preferred.
Ability to accurately enter and maintain confidential health data with strong attention to detail, follow detailed procedures and meet established data quality and performance standards.
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively.
Proficiency with basic computer applications and data systems.
Client Description
Staff in the Viral Hepatitis Program work to increase access to diagnosis and treatment to reduce viral hepatitis infection, morbidity, and mortality rates in Tennessee. This includes addressing health disparities related to viral hepatitis. Department activities in support of this effort include: 1) conducting disease surveillance and outbreak planning, early detection, and rapid response 2) improving access to prevention, testing, and treatment and 3) building partnerships and establishing policies to address the viral hepatitis epidemic in Tennessee.
Note: All candidates must complete survey at https://redcap.link/vh_det
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Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.
TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.
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