Medical Records Director - MRD24-15061

Job Title : Medical Records Director

Location : Yuma, AZ

Position Overview : This position is responsible for overseeing the medical records program, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and VA regulatory requirements.

The Medical Records Director plays a critical role in maintaining complete, accurate, and confidential medical records while ensuring they are organized and readily accessible.

Key Responsibilities :

• Supervise and manage the Medical Records Technicians team.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and standards.
• Maintain systematic organization and confidentiality of medical records.
• Collaborate with others to meet regulatory requirements.
• Implement and monitor Arizona Management System (AMS) methods for continuous process improvement.
• Utilize AMS tools for problem-solving and enhancing work efficiency.

Skills Required :

Conduct complex and routine audits, monitoring medical records for completeness and accuracy, and tracking audits for follow-up.

Reports findings to Department Heads / Administrator.

• Perform audits to meet federal / state mandates, verifying Medicare 5-day assessments, MDS completion, and other required documentation.
• Compile medical care, diagnosis, and census data for statistical reports, and serve as the facility’s statistician for these reports.
• Code diseases, diagnoses, and treatments using standardized coding systems for long-term care facilities.
• Serve as the Custodian of Records, ensuring all information releases comply with laws and policies, including processing subpoenas.
• Interpret regulations for medical records maintenance, developing policies to meet service and regulatory needs.
• Participate in and lead meetings, regulatory committees, staff meetings, and special projects.
• Ensure physician credentialing files are complete and compliant, working with various departments to gather necessary documentation.
• Supervise staff to meet work unit goals, including planning, assigning, training, and evaluating staff performance.
• Engage in AMS processes and participate in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills Preferred :

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proficiency in basic computer, time management, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Experience in supervising and training staff, interpreting regulations, and auditing medical records

Experience Required :

• Minimum one-year supervisory experience in a healthcare setting
• Experience in long-term care
• Ability to obtain and retain a valid AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card

Experience Preferred :

• Knowledge of Veterans Administration, CMS, and state regulatory standards
• Understanding of medical and legal terminology, ICD coding, Medicare / AHCCCS, and HIPAA regulations

Education Required :

1 year of experience or 2 years of healthcare education with coding knowledge

Education Preferred :

• 2 or 4-year degree in healthcare management
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