Medical Records Clerk - EHG - Trumbull, CT - Temp

AMSURG, the Envision Healthcare solution for ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) and EHG our Medical Practice division, collaborates with physicians and health systems across the country to provide and promote quality patient care. We are the nationally recognized leader in the strategic and operations management of ASCs and Medical Practices that deliver high quality, high value, same-day surgical services with a superior patient experience. Launched in 1992 as an ASC industry pioneer, AMSURG is currently partnered with nearly 2,000 specialty physicians providing outpatient surgical services in more than 250 facilities in 34 states.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Underneath the supervision of the RBO Supervisor and Director, responsible for maintaining medical records current with any documentation received, respond to requests for medical records and perform clerical duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED

One (1) year of experience, preferably in an Healthcare Environment

Experience in Healthcare

Ability to speak and understand the English language

Strong ethical and moral character references

Basic computer skills ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Compiles, verifies, and files medical records by performing the following duties

Scans and files patient charts per policy

Responds to requests for information from files according to established policies and procedures

Operates computer to retrieve data and file signed correspondence and reports

Comply with federal HIPAA regulations and practice policies for the privacy and security of patient information; maintain appropriate documentation of access to medical records

Maintains continuity of work operations by documenting and communicating irregularities, and continuing needs

Maintains patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.

Provides copies of patient records when requested while maintaining all regulatory standards for privacy and security

Completes all scanning as needed

Demonstrates courtesy and helpfulness towards staff

Attends all required education

Regular and predictable attendance

Performs other duties as assigned Cognitive Skills

Exhibit mental alertness for quality decision making and exercising good judgment

Ability to multi-task effectively, efficiently, accurately, and with attention to details

Ability to recognize/define problems, collect data/facts, draw valid conclusions, and correct errors

Ability to interpret instructions in a variety of forms and deal with abstract and concrete variables Communication

Ability to effectively communicate patient care needs and significant information to healthcare team to promote continuity of patient care

Ability to respond to questions and professionally interact verbally and/or written with managers, co-workers, patients, and the general public Teamwork

Work well with others – be a team member

Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education as required

Must pass a background check and drug screen.

We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other prohibited category set forth in federal or state regulations.

We are an equal opportunity employer.