CHMC - MEDICAL RECORDS CLERK

$37,107 - $47,382/Yr

Claxton Hepburn Medical Center - Ogdensburg, NY

Full-time

Ogdensburg, NY

Hospitals

About the position

The Medical Records Clerk is responsible for managing and maintaining medical records, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory standards. This full-time position involves data entry, filing, and communication with various departments to facilitate the retrieval and processing of medical records.

Responsibilities

• Input demographics into the mainframe
• File reports and re-analyze records after physician completion
• Retrieve, open, and log correspondence requests on the computer
• Prioritize requests and order necessary ancillary reports from other departments
• Complete doctor approval/denial forms and attorney-required forms
• Complete requests and mail to requestor
• Scan and maintain Electronic Medical Records
• Perform other clerical duties as needed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• One to two years of post-secondary education related to medical secretary or one year experience in a clinical position or medical records department preferred
• Proficiency with general office skills and legal access issues
• Proficient communication skills
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a variety of personalities
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Maintaining quality assurance and compliance with regulatory agencies
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficiency in computer applications

Benefits

• Competitive pay range of $17.84 - $22.78
• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Encouragement for minority, female, disability, and veteran applicants