For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Riverside University Health System is seeking to fill a Senior Medical Records Technician - Document Integrity (DI) position in Riverside. Under general supervision, the Senior Medical Records Technician leads and participates in the processing and examination of patient medical, mental health, and vital records; assists in preparing regular and special reports; and performs related duties as required. This is the lead-level classification in the Medical Records Technician series and reports to an appropriate supervisor or manager. Incumbents exercise considerable judgment and independence while performing assignments of above-average difficulty that require comprehensive knowledge of assigned programs and projects. They may also serve as project leads and provide task-level supervision to other staff. This classification is distinguished from the Supervising Medical Records Technician in that Senior Technicians provide lead oversight of routine work, while Supervising Technicians carry full supervisory responsibility. Advancement to the next level occurs through competitive selection in an open recruitment.

Most competitive candidates:

will have 4-5 years of Health Information Management (HIM) or Medical Records experience in an acute care setting, along with RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) or RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) certification. Bilingual skills are preferred but not required. In this role, the Senior Medical Records Technician - Document Integrity (DI) will conduct in-depth reviews, audits, and analyses of electronic health records to ensure documentation accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory, legal, and organizational requirements. Additional responsibilities include serving as a liaison to ambulatory providers and clinical support staff; analyzing data to identify trends; preparing weekly reports for Health Information Management (HIM) leadership related to medical record analysis; supporting process improvement, project integration, and innovation initiatives; and performing lead duties such as training and reviewing the work of subordinate staff.

Work Schedule :

Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (5/40 Schedule)

Work Location :

7898 Mission Grove Parkway South, Riverside, CA 92508 Meet the Team! Founded in 1893, Riverside University Health System Medical Center has grown into a cornerstone of healthcare excellence and medical education in the region. Our highly skilled healthcare professionals and dedicated support staff are committed to delivering exceptional, state-of-the-art care to the diverse populations of Riverside County. Located in Moreno Valley, our 439-bed Medical Center is home to a Level I Trauma Center, a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, and the county's only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and helping others, RUHS Medical Center is the place for you! For more information about RUHS Medical Center, please visit www.ruhealth.org

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Compile statistics for use in reports and surveys; maintain daily statistical records of information such as tumor registry, birth and death reports.
• Respond to inquiries in writing or by telephone concerning patient medical records.
• Maintain supply inventory.
• Register live births, deaths and fetal deaths; facilitate delivery of newborn screening tests.
• Communicate with parents, lawyers and other interested parties on the accuracy, completeness and availability of documents.
• Prepare charts for court cases by collecting information requested in subpoena and checking for completeness; may represent the County in court cases by taking records to court and attesting to their authenticity and accuracy.
• Assign and evaluate the work of subordinate clerical personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OPTION I

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate's degree in medical records technology.

OPTION II

License/Certificate:

Current registration as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) issued by the American Health Information Management Association.

OPTION III

Experience:

Three years in a hospital or healthcare agency medical records/mental health unit, which included assembling medical records and evaluating them for completeness, abstracting medical record information as requested.

OPTION IV

Experience:

Two years equivalent to a Medical Records Technician II with Riverside County.

ALL OPTIONS

Knowledge of:

Commonly used medical terminology; medical record or mental health record-keeping systems; standard clerical office procedures and equipment.

Ability to:

Follow complex written and oral directions; abstract information from medical or mental health records and evaluate quality of abstracted data; classify and index medical case histories; lead clerical personnel; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Supplemental Information Other Requirements Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment.) Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitment Contact the recruiter,

Nicole Prado:

nprado@rivco.org , (951) 955-2552 with any questions regarding this recruitment. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries. ________________________________________________________________________________________

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability Work Location and Telework In-person attendance is the standard work expectation for County of Riverside assignments. Certain assignments may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule; however, telework arrangements are subject to management approval, operational needs, and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Employees who telework are expected to be able to report to their assigned worksite on short notice or as operational needs require. Unless otherwise specified for a particular position, employees are expected to reside in California following appointment. Limited exceptions may apply. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding work location expectations, telework eligibility, and residency requirements. Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ). Work Authorization Requirement Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas. Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors. Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required. Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head. General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. 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