What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Records Technician position at University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences?

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Closing Date:

05/23/2026

Type of Position:

Staff - Clerical

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

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Department:

FIN | CORE HIM Imaging

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Medical Records Technician manages patient information and provides support in regard to the maintenance and retrieval of patient heath information and all related documents that are scanned and processed into the Legal Health Record system. The Medical Records Technician reviews medical records according to Arkansas State Health standards and The Joint Commission standards to ensure records are accurate and complete.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED PLUS one year of administrative experience.

Preferred Qualifications

One year of medical records experience.

Additional Information:

• Manages patient information and ensures that quality images of all documents are accurately captured to the correct patient, CSN number and document type which will support correct and timely billing.

• Creates inpatient, outpatient, and emergency room batches with accuracy and speed.

• Ensures documents are appropriately indexed and subtitled to correct encounter and document types and determine when it is appropriate to split, merge, and/or append documents.

• Writes indexed batches to the appropriate queue in compliance with work-flow procedure.

• Reviews assigned queues daily and execute timely processing and must understand workflows, medical records requirements and multiple record systems including but not limited to Epic and EPF.

• Provides all support necessary for patient information accuracy and timely availability in Health Information Management and other departments and clinical areas.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Hearing, Reaching, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Feeling, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Standing, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes Employment Type: Full time

Salary : $50,000

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