Patient Records Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW :

Gosnold, Inc. has been a nationally accredited non-profit leader in the prevention, treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders for over 50 years. We offer a full, end-to-end continuum of care offering a wide range of treatment options. Highly regarded for innovation, we offer a comprehensive patient centered continuum of care tailored to fit the needs of each individual. Gosnold welcomes like-minded individuals who are passionate about our mission to support people and families affected by these disorders, and to promote lasting recovery.

SUMMARY :

The Patient Records Clerk is responsible for managing the medical records of the facility, including preparing, storing, and retrieving patient health records. This position works independently or as part of a Medical Records department. The Patient Records Clerk reviews medical records for compliance with approved policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Prepare closed records for storage.
• Locate, collect, and perform clerical audit of and file patient records.
• File material correctly inpatient records.
• Retrieve patient records from storage areas.
• Collect, tally, and collate patient evaluation and other data.
• Respond to external and internal requests for patient record information.
• Type discharge summaries as required.
• Participate in quality improvement studies and work groups or committees as assigned.
• Maintain pleasant professional manner and demeanor in personal interactions and in the handling of telephone inquiries from patients and other interested parties.
• Correctly file numerically and alphabetically.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Able to carry out verbal and written instructions and to communicate clearly and effectively in spoken and written form.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : N / A

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, Experience, AND SKILLS REQUIRED :

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required to perform the job.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations : N / A

BENEFITS (based on full-time employment) :

Gosnold is an Equal Opportunity Employer .