Job Description
Job Description
The Medical Records Clerk plays a crucial role in maintaining and organizing patient health records in a healthcare facility. This position ensures that medical documents are accurate, confidential, and accessible to authorized personnel to support efficient medical care and administrative operations.
Responsibilities
- Compile, review, and organize patient medical records for accuracy and completeness
- Index and file medical records according to established guidelines and policies
- Retrieve and distribute medical records only to authorized personnel
- Maintain confidentiality and secure storage of patient information
- Assist in the scanning and digitization of paper records into electronic systems
- Respond to requests for medical records in a timely manner
- Update and correct records as directed by healthcare professionals
- Support compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for medical documentation