Job Description
Job DescriptionFull TimeBethesda, MD, USYesterdayRequisition ID: 1021ApplyMedical Records
Carriage Hill Bethesda is seeking a Medical Records clerk to join our amazing team! If you are motivated, reliable and have a strong work ethic, we invite you to join our amazing team in providing our residents and patients with compassion and excellent care. We offer extremely generous and competitive pay and benefits and a positive work environment with a team that is committed to growth and providing excellent care.
About Vierra:
Carriage Hill Bethesda Health & Rehabilitation is a family-owned and operated community that provides a truly unique health & rehabilitation experience. We have a close-knit staff that will do anything to create the best community and experience for our residents
Vierra's Culture & Mission:
We have a positive, supportive and thriving culture that supports and encourages innovation, leadership, warmth and compassion and excellence. Our Mission: to advance and redefine healthcare.
Full Time Benefits:
- 7 Holidays
- Generous PTO
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary STD & LTD Insurance
- 401(k) immediate enrollment with match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and maintain the medical records system in compliance with state, federal, and corporate regulations.
- Organize and ensure medical records are easily accessible for staff and providers, both electronically and in paper format.
- Respond to medical record requests from various departments, including Enrollment, PACE PCPs, and Finance.
- Assist in training staff on medical record processes and provide guidance on compliance and best practices.
- Ensure confidentiality of all medical records and track all requests made for records.
- Support with additional projects as needed, contributing to the overall success of the team.
- Pull and review charts that are to be used daily. File as needed.
- Responsible for organizing and sending out requested medical records.
- Maintain proper format of the medical records
- Review charts as scheduled to ensure that all reports are incorrect chart format
- Maintain a log to ensure all required records are in the chart and track missing items until received and placed in the chart.
- Maintain chart sign-out/in-log for charts removed from the Chart Room.
- Maintain required forms log for dis-enrolled/deaths.
- Purge inactive charts according to guidelines: Maintain dis-enrolled participant charts and file as needed.
- Compile assessment data for IDT and types of preliminary care plans.
- Takes notes on Team discussions at IDT and Care Planning meetings and types a report based on assessment information.
- Follow up with IDT members for missing assessments and other information.
- Process Care plans, addendums, schedules invitations and post Care Plan correspondence.
- Responsible for requesting, receiving, and processing affiliate medical records including maintaining and requesting proper documentation for Authorization for Release of Medical Records from participants/family members.
- Maintain facility master database for purposes of immunizations, activities, and mass mailings.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- At least 1-2 years of experience in medical records management.
- 1+ year of experience working with elderly or frail populations.
- Proficient in Google Workspace.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
- Knowledge of medical records documentation requirements for releasing and storing records.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of data privacy practices and regulations.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, and ability to enter data in electronic health records.
- Organization skills, self-starter, demonstrates initiative.
- Skilled in identifying and recommending problem resolution.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks effectively.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Disclaimer:
Vierra Communities provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vierra complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.