Medical Records Supervisor - Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

POSITION SUMMARY   

 Weekends Only 

Must have at least 2 years of experience 

The purpose of your job position is to maintain resident medical records and health information in accordance with current federal, state and local guidelines that govern the facility and as directed by the Administrator.   

The Director of Medical Records will treat each resident with kindness, dignity and respect. They will work cooperatively with all departments and multidisciplinary teams. They will demonstrate patience, initiative and willingness to assist residents that may be difficult or in discomfort. They will be committed to always doing the right thing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

        Retrieving resident’s records when requested

        Managing accurate and timely requests of medical records

        Organizing and directing the medical records department in accordance with facility policies

        Assembling and reviewing resident’s medical records as needed.

        Ensuring the filing of all medical reports, doctors and nurses notes, x-ray, lab, etc.

        Enforcing procedures to ensure all resident medical records are properly filed, coded, and signed

        Maintaining a record of authorized information released from charts/records

        Keeping active and inactive medical records as warranted by company policy

        Protecting each residents file and data with confidentially per HIPAA standards

        Abiding with all facility policies and procedures including not disclosing user ID codes and passwords

        Attending meetings and serving on committees as needed

 Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

REQUIREMENTS  

Education / Licensure  

        High school diploma or GED

        Knowledge of medical terminology, coding, indexing and legal aspects of health information helpful

Qualifications / Experience   

        Minimum of 2 years management experience

        Minimum of 2 years managing medical records and complying with HIPAA regulations

        Ability to use computer data base for medical records

        Excellent verbal and written skills

        Knowledge of Point Click Care helpful

Working Conditions  

        May encounter frequent interruptions

        May be involved with residents, family and government agencies

        May be requested to work beyond scheduled working hours at times

        Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post‑disaster, etc.)

        May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

        May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses

Physical Requirements   

        Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day

        Repetitive hand motion

        Must be able to push, pull, move and or lift up to 25 lbs. to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 15 feet

        Ability to read fine print on progress notes and/or medical labels

 *Per California state mandate, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for this position.