Medical Records Clerk

Pay Rate: $17.75 per hour

Employment Type: Full-time, Direct hire

Work Schedule: Rotating 3x12s, Night shift ($2 night shift differential)

Benefits Include:

• Health, dental, and vision
• Prescription drug and life insurance 
• 401(k) retirement account
• Long and short-term disability
• PTO and 11 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program

Looking to make a difference every day? Join our compassionate team of health care professionals, where you’ll make a meaningful impact every day! If you’re dedicated to providing high-quality care and eager to grow in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you at the Otero County Prison in Chaparral, New Mexico!

Position Summary:

Reports to the health services administrator. Performs specialized clerical functions in the maintenance of inmate medical records in compliance) and various customer directives.

Essential Functions:

1. Maintain medical records for a variety of purposes, lab work, x-rays, immunizations, cursory, etc.

2. Perform other general clerical duties including, but not limited to typing correspondence, form letters, schedules, forms and reports.

3. Proofread, copy documents, process incoming and outgoing mail, answer telephone, receive visitors and file.

4. Maintain records of services and prepare billing documents submitted to appropriate agencies for facility reimbursement of health care costs.

5. Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records; observe applicable HIPAA rules.

6. Complete daily audits of medical records to ensure accuracy and quality of documentation and review results for any pattern of deficiencies and communicate these findings to healthcare staff.

7. Process requests for medical information from outside hospitals, clinics, physicians and secures pertinent medical information from other sources relative to the treatment of patients.

8. Enter the required information of each inmate visit with a healthcare professional into the appropriate data system.

9. Coordinate notification of transfers to other health service departments, obtain medical records and review records daily for completeness and accuracy prior to transfer.

10. Regular on-site attendance is required.

11. Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.

12. Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her scope of work as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year office experience including word processing or computer data entry experience. Valid driver’s license in the state of New Mexico or Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Post Hire Requirements:

Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements and maintain appropriate facility clearance.

 

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.

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