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Medical Records Specialist

Sturdy Memorial Hospital

Attleboro, MA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$19.85–$30.05 Per Hour
SKILLS
Cerner, Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Computer Skills, Copying Machines, Detail Oriented, Document Scanners, English Language, Establish Priorities, Fax Machines, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Information Management, Health Information Technology, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, MPI, Maintain Compliance, Medical Ethics, Medical Protocols, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Office Equipment, Organizational Skills, PC (Personal Computer) Systems, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Printers, Quality Management, Regulatory Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Attleboro, MA
POSTED
11 days ago

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

  • Ensure that all health information being managed within the HIM department meets legal, medical, and ethical standards, while ensuring that medical records are accurate, complete, and timely.

Required Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience:

  • Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to work independently on assigned tasks as appropriate
  • Excellent command of verbal and written English; positive interpersonal communication dynamic with strong organizational skills
  • Ability to clearly, accurately and professionally present and explain complex information to patients, employees, and managers
  • Excellent telephone skills
  • Detail oriented with the ability to prioritize and plan work activities efficiently.
  • Ability to multi-task, handle interruptions and work effectively in a fast-paced, professional environment.
  • Requires outstanding oral and written communication skills in working with all stakeholders, including providers, internal and external customers, peers and colleagues.
  • Proficiency in technology usage, including Microsoft office software
  • Ability to operate general office equipment to include personal computer, CD burner, scanner, printer, telephone, fax and copy machine.
  • Troubleshoot computer or system failures with IT to resolve downtime situations timely
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision, while maintaining optimal quality and productivity of work.
  • Responsible for safeguarding patient records and ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience:

  • One year or more of Health Information Management experience, with one year or more of office/clerical/computer experience.
  • Effective maintenance and control of Master Patient Index (MPI) file.
  • Admissions processing, release of information/verbal requests processing for internal and external requestors
  • Experience Cerner a plus.
  • A.S. Health Information Technology or B.S. Health Information Management preferred.

Educational Requirements:

  • High school graduate with knowledge of medical terminology

License/Certification:

  • N/A

Age Specific Criteria: Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.

Ability to Meet Job Performance Expectations: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

  • Salary Range: $19.85-$30.05
  • Salary Range Details

The pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value Sturdy Health's benefits package (if applicable), which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement. For annual salaries this is based on full-time employment.

  • Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

About the Company

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Sturdy Memorial Hospital

We are a locally controlled, not-for-profit acute care community hospital committed to delivery of high quality, compassionate care that exceeds patient expectation. Our mission is to provide care to the sick and injured, on both an inpatient and outpatient basis, without regard to race, creed, national origin, age, gender, disability, or ability to pay.

Our hospital started in 1913 as a 15-bed facility and has now grown to be a 132-bed facility with over 1,000 employees. For over 100 years, we have been dedicated to providing our community with a full range of services. When you come to us you can expect to receive the highest quality treatment delivered with compassion and sensitivity.

Every employee, whether involved in direct patient care or working collaboratively to support patient care, is committed to providing patients with the highest quality of care throughout all hospital settings, and to transition that level of care into the community setting through partnerships across the care continuum.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Employee Referral Program, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, On Site Cafeteria, Paid Sick Days, Parking, Professional Development
FOUNDED
1913
WEBSITE
http://www.sturdymemorial.org