Medical Records Clerk- LPN - $15,000 Sign on Bonus

Medicalodges - Goddard, KS

Full-time - Entry Level

Goddard, KS

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Medical Records Clerk position at Medicalodges Inc. is a full-time role focused on maintaining and organizing medical records for residents in skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. The role involves ensuring that all medical files are current, complete, and properly filed, as well as overseeing documentation related to antibiotic stewardship. This position is ideal for individuals with a passion for providing quality care to seniors and requires a current RN license.

Responsibilities

• Keep all current medical files updated and filed in an organized manner.
• Assemble charts for use upon admission of a new resident.
• Disassemble resident charts upon dismissal and ensure the record is complete and in proper order.
• Update Nursing Chart Audit monthly using audit forms and computer audit.
• Perform daily spot checks of MAR's and ensure timely, accurate documentation on accidents/incidents, condition changes, etc.
• Maintain and organize the central supply room and the inventory control list for all items received or removed from central supply.
• Monitor Medicare certifications and recertifications for completion and timeliness of physician's signature.
• Maintain an accurate listing of resident diagnoses and make corrections when necessary.
• Implement or oversee the implementation of Core Elements of Antibiotic Stewardship.
• Proper documentation of orders and review clinical appropriateness of orders.
• Create and present monthly antibiotic use reports during QAPI meetings with the Medical Director and Consultant Pharmacists.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current RN license for the state in which the facility is located.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and laws including state and federal regulations.
• Ability to perform basic clerical/office skills and file management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Insurance benefits