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Mental Health Providers of Western Queens, Inc.
Full-time Spanish bilingual Chart Reviewer
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Medical Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, insurance and billing processes and medical records management. Works with physicians and other clinicians. May gather intake information from patients scheduled for appointments at an office.
$43,124 / year median in New York
+17% projected growth
Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Medical Records & Administrative Coordinator to join our School Base program team. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate patient records, supporting clinicians and office operations, coordinating documentation, and ensuring compliance with agency and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate is a team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Duties & Responsibilities Answer incoming phone calls and complete new patient intakes. Review messages received from the answering service and route them to the appropriate staff. Send email communications to clinicians and staff as needed. Conduct detailed monthly chart reviews, including chart status. Prepare the monthly patient census. Review monthly ITP/TPR reductions and send reminders. Follow up on outstanding ITP/TPR reductions from previous months. Monitor and coordinate completion of ITPs and Treatment Plan Reviews (TPRs). Perform chart reviews for critical weekly cases. Support staff with questions related to medical records and patient profiles. Partner with the Office Manager to resolve patient and clinician-related issues. Update patient and clinician schedules as needed. Archive documentation into patient charts. Maintain accurate patient charts and profiles in AccuMed. Review and process closed charts. Update clinician schedules within the electronic health record system. Review completed charts for bonus reimbursement eligibility. Follow established daytime and evening operating procedures. Work one Saturday per month. Provide front desk coverage during staff lunch breaks (approximately 30 minutes). Process co-pay and self-pay payments. Mail, fax, and distribute patient documentation as required. Assist with Spanish translation when needed. Complete daily operational tasks and other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or Associate's Degree required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems; AccuMed experience is a plus. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.