Medical Records Assistant

Position Title:		Medical Records Assistant
Department:		Business Operations
Reports to:		Medical Records Coordinator

 

1. Files all documentation in the appropriate charts and per company policy.
2. Create patient charts for new patients.
3. Maintain tracking system of patient records.
4. Sort all visit notes and associated paperwork, OASIS, orders, etc., by discipline for scanning.
5. Scan all visit notes into Scan Health for distribution.
6. Check for error and make corrections for each discipline and distribute all notes.
7. Run distribution sheet reports for scheduling department.
8. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:		High school diploma or equivalency
EXPERIENCE:		Minimum of 1 year experience within the health care system
REQUIRED SKILLS:		Effective written and oral communication skills. Basic computer skills and knowledge of office equipment. Flexible and able to work independently. Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:		Sustained exposure to an office environment. Prolonged sitting, typing, talking on the phone. May require some repetitive bending, stooping or twisting. May require some travel. Minimal lifting limited to < 35 lbs.
		This position is Non-Exempt and Full Time

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.  To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.  Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.