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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Medical Records Coordinator to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining patient medical records, ensuring accuracy, privacy, and compliance with state and federal regulations. This role involves coordinating with various departments, including medical, nursing, and administrative staff, to ensure that all patient records are up-to-date, accurate, and easily accessible. The Medical Records Coordinator will also be responsible for training staff on record-keeping procedures, implementing new record-keeping systems, and conducting regular audits to ensure compliance. This role requires a high level of discretion to maintain patient confidentiality and a strong understanding of medical terminology and healthcare regulations.
Responsibilities
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- Ensure accuracy, privacy, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Coordinate with various departments to ensure all patient records are up-to-date and accurate.
- Train staff on record-keeping procedures.
- Implement new record-keeping systems.
- Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance.
- Maintain patient confidentiality.
- Understand medical terminology and healthcare regulations.
- Communicate with patients and healthcare providers as needed.
- Prepare reports and statistics on patient records.
Requirements
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- Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or similar.
- Experience in a healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare regulations.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Proficiency in electronic health records systems.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team.
Potential interview questions
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- Can you describe your experience with electronic health records systems?
- How do you maintain patient confidentiality?
- What steps do you take to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations?
- How do you handle discrepancies or errors in patient records?