Medical Records Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking to bring on board a Medical Records Clerk to join our team based in Los Angeles, California. This role involves the organized management of patient medical records at our mental healthcare clinic.

As a Medical Records Clerk, you will be entrusted with ensuring our patient records are accurate, confidential, and easily accessible.

This position is crucial in facilitating our clinic's administrative operations and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities :

• Systematically organize, file, and retrieve medical records to maintain efficient record-keeping practices
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of patient information, including medical history, diagnoses, treatments, and medications
• Respond promptly to requests for medical records from both internal and external entities, ensuring proper authorization and adherence to privacy regulations
• Assist healthcare providers and administrative staff with accessing relevant patient information for treatment and administrative purposes
• Uphold the security and confidentiality of all patient records, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and other legal requirements for protecting sensitive medical information
• Coordinate the transfer of medical records to other healthcare providers or organizations as required, maintaining a thorough and accurate record of all transactions
• Collaborate with the administrative team to improve record-keeping processes, streamline documentation, and implement electronic medical record systems efficiently
• Stay updated on relevant changes in laws, regulations, and technologies related to medical record management
• Participate in training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills related to medical record management
• Maintain and update patient records in compliance with clinic protocols and regulatory guidelines.
• Possess a minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Medical Records Clerk or in a similar role.
• Proficient in using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems.
• Experience in conducting medical records analysis and reviews.
• Familiarity with outpatient medical records is essential.
• Must have handled patient medical records in previous roles.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage and maintain large volumes of sensitive medical data.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy of records.
• Good communication skills to liaise with healthcare professionals.
• Able to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to healthcare regulations.
• A degree or certification in Health Information Management or a related field would be advantageous.
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