Medical Records Technician
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$14 - $22 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Mobile, Alabama |
About this job
Job Description
Mobile, AL: Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking a Medical Records Technician I to support the organization, maintenance, and processing of patient medical records. This position is responsible for ensuring patient information is accurately filed, scanned, retrieved, and distributed while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
Essential Duties:
• Scan and attach internal and external correspondence and electronic medical reports to patient medical records according to established filing procedures.
• Prepare and pull patient charts for scheduled appointments, ensuring required documentation is complete and available.
• Print, mail, fax, and electronically transmit patient chart information as authorized.
• Process requests for medical records and release information in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Compile and maintain accurate patient medical records documenting conditions and treatment information.
• Catalogue charts for storage and maintain electronic records of stored files.
• Submit requests for retrieval of archived charts as needed to fulfill medical records requests.
• Monitor physician dictation and assist with ensuring documentation is completed within the electronic medical record system.
• Log and track new patient information and scheduled meetings as required.
• Send dictations and medical documentation to referring providers through approved electronic or fax methods.
• Log FMLA and disability forms for provider completion and distribute completed documentation appropriately.
• Send outgoing faxes and distribute incoming faxes.
• Prepare correspondence, memos, forms, and other documents as requested.
• Provide back-up front office assistance as needed and follow established office policies and procedures.
• Assist with file conversions and preparation of medical records for patient transfers when applicable.
Requirements/Skills:
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–3 years of experience; previous experience in a medical office setting is preferred.
• Previous medical records experience preferred.
• Knowledge of electronic health record (EHR/EMR) systems.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to accurately organize, file, locate, retrieve, and distribute medical records.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to perform routine office and administrative duties for extended periods.
• Ability to retrieve, organize, file, and transport medical records and related documentation as required.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.