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SalaryGeneral Description: As a Medical Record Specialist at New Hope Fertility Center, you will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate and confidential Medical Records for our patients. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Essential Functions: Medical Record Management:
- Organizing and maintaining electronic and paper Medical Records in compliance with regulatory standards and clinic policies.
- Ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality of patient records at all times.
- Managing the release of medical information by HIPAA regulations and patient consent.Data Entry and Retrieval:
- Entering patient information, medical history, test results, and treatment plans into the electronic health record (EHR) system accurately and efficiently.
- Retrieving Medical Records as needed for patient appointments, treatment planning, and research purposes.
- Updating records promptly with any changes or additions as per clinic protocols.
Quality Assurance:
- Conducting regular audits of Medical Records to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
- Identifying and resolving discrepancies or errors in documentation promptly and effectively.
- Collaborating with healthcare providers and administrative staff to improve record-keeping processes and maintain data integrity.
. Patient Interaction and Support:
- Assisting patients with requests for their Medical Records, providing guidance on the release process, and addressing any concerns or questions they may have.
- Communicating with patients, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals professionally and empathetically.
- Upholding the highest standards of confidentiality and sensitivity when handling patient information.
Qualifications:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or related field preferred.
- Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or eligibility to obtain certification within a specified timeframe is preferred.
- Prior experience working in a Medical Records or healthcare administration role, preferably in a fertility clinic or reproductive healthcare setting.
- Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical record software; experience with NextGen or similar platforms is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to interact professionally with patients and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and medical record management best practices.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental Insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
Work Location:
- One location
Work Remotely:
- No
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Medical Records: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- New York, NY 10019 (Required)
Work Location: In person
