Medical Records Clerk/CNA or Nurse required

POSITION PURPOSE

To ensure proper maintenance of pertinent medical records in accordance with all current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION

Prepares folders and maintains records of newly admitted residents and discharge residents. Organize the Medical Records Department in accordance with established policies and procedures, including electronic medical records. Reviews medical records for completeness, assembles records into standard order, and files records in designated areas according to applicable alphabetic and numeric filing system. Locates, signs out, and delivers medical records requested. Organizes discharge and Medicare record charts. Performs monthly thinning and filing of medical charts. Processes daily mail to be sent to physicians for signatures. Inventories and orders supplies for nursing department. Understands and adheres to the guidelines of "Resident's Rights". Participates and attends periodic in-services and staff meetings. Participates in departmental budget planning and supplies monthly reports to Administrator. Coordinate Medical Records Consultant visits. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Hours:

Mon-Fri 8am - 4:30pm with some flexibility. Weekend On Call rotation required, approximately every 5th weekend at this time.

EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS

Six (6) months previous experience with medical records while working in a medical healthcare setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of Medical Terminology. CNA or LPN/RN Required