What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Records Assistant position at Veritas Skilled Nursing Management?
The Center at Tucson is looking to hire a Medical Records Assistant now!
Shift Availability: Part time, approximately 24 hours per week (occasional weekend or holiday may be required), some flexibility on days and hours
Pay: $16.50-$17.50/hour, dependent on experience
Job Description: The primary responsibility of the Medical Records Assistant is to maintain resident medical records and health information systems in accordance with current federal and state guidelines, as well as in accordance with our facility's established privacy policies and procedures.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Collect, assemble, check, and file resident charts as required
- File information such as nurses' notes, resident assessments, progress notes, etc., into resident charts
- Index medical records as directed by the Medical Records Director
- Other duties as assigned
About Us
The Center at Tucson is a skilled nursing facility that serves patients needing physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. Our highly qualified, caring staff provides care in a beautiful, hotel like atmosphere to help our patients achieve strength and functionality. Skilled-nursing care, family involvement, psychological care and discharge planning complement a well-rounded, individualized program and encourages each patient’s transition to their highest functional level. With state of the art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care.
Why Join Our Team?
- We offer beautiful, new, state of the art facilities
- Physician driven care plans designed to maximize the quality of care
- We offer an environment that encourages team involvement and fosters new ideas
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs may be available for qualified candidates
- Excellent pay
- PTO
- 401k matching
- Medical, dental, vision, along with the other ancillary benefits
Education, licensure, certifications, and experience:
- Must possess a current and valid fingerprint clearance card (FPCC).
- Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
- 1 years’ experience in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.
Other Job Requirements:
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to tactfully work with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
- Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
- Must be knowledgeable of HIPAA compliance and requirements, and have the ability to maintain highly confidential information.
- Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Salary : $17 - $18