Medical Records Liaison - St. Peters Hospital - FT Days

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift Description:

Medical Records Liaison - St. Peter's Hospital -

FT Days Position Highlights:

Recognized leader: Magnet Hospital in the

Capital Region Quality of Life:

Where career opportunities and quality of life converge

Advancement:

Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development We offer great Benefits including: Competitive Pay, Paid Leave. Shift Differentials, just to name a few.

Position Summary:

Responsible for management of medical record access, retrieval, release to outside payers, content, and maintenance in a multi-site system. Ensures compliance with regulatory and confidentiality requirements. Trains and consults in all matters related to medical records.

Education Requirements:

Associate degree or equivalent in medical record or office management or related subject. Knowledge of Medical Terminology and confidentiality as it relates to medical records and HIPAA.

Experience Requirements:

Minimum one to two years' experience working with medical records. Knowledge of provider office operations and workflows. Knowledge of medical record management (preferably EHRs). Excellent verbal, telephone and written communication skills with people having various communication skills and styles. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. Excellent filing, Word, and data entry skills. Ability to prioritize and organize work. Ability to work as a team member and independently.

Principal Responsibilities:

1. Access to Medical Records Ø Receives requests for PHI from payors and releases information via a HIPAA compliant manner. Ø Coordinates and responds to all requests for contents of record in compliance with current NY state and federal laws, guidelines, and regulations. 2. Contents of Medical Records Ø Ensures uniformity of record contents before releasing. Ø Accesses and secures medical record ROI requests from various IT current and legacy EMR sources 3. Maintenance of Medical Records Ø Ensures safe and confidential maintenance and access of records. 4. Quality Management Ø Compiles, enters, and ensures validity and accuracy of record data requests for other agencies. Ø Provides data as needed for Quality Improvement initiatives. Ø Participates with the management team for projects involving certification, accreditation, and confidentiality. •Please be aware for the safety and security of our colleagues and patients all new employees are required to undergo and pass all applicable state and federally mandated pre-employment screening requirements including: Pay range: $17.85-$23.33 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we're 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.