Medical Records Assistant (Ryan Hospital)

Medical Records Assistant (Ryan Hospital)

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Posted Job Title
Medical Records Assistant (Ryan Hospital)

Job Profile Title
Records Assistant

Job Description Summary
The Medical Records Assistant will be responsible for ensuring that the medical record information maintains its quality, accuracy, accessibility, and security in both paper files and electronic systems. The Medical Records Assistant works with the Medical Records Manager to maintain the medical records archival database as well as take on the leadership role with new projects in the Medical Records department. The Medical Records Assistant will use various classification systems to code and categorize patient diagnoses information as well as medical and treatment histories. This information is used for insurance, legal and retrospective studies purposes. This role will take on new continuing education credits by learning more about the Medical Records role concerning SNVDO & SNOMED coding and implementation of an EMR. Additionally, this role will service the internal and external community of PennVet and the University of Pennsylvania.

Job Description

The Medical Records Assistant responsibilities will include:

• Review patient records for timeliness, completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness of data
• Use classification software to assign diagnoses and procedure codes
• Maintain confidentiality of patient records
• Perform clerical and administrative duties, accurately file and assemble data upon receipt, and file records in designated area according to the numeric filing system
• Handle all requests for medical records
• Answer and direct telephone calls appropriately
• Handle inquiries from clients and clinicians/hospital staff according to established policies and procedures
• Document all communications in a timely manner
• Assist with special projects and assisting the Referral Office as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required; minimum 2 years of medical records experience required; healthcare setting preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology required
• Strong electronic data entry skills; able to type at least 60 wpm
• Experience with SNOMED CT preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills both written and verbal; ability to interact positively with the public and staff in a professional manner
• Must be productive, initiative and capable of working independently as well as part of a team
• Excellent attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to adapt and work well in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Possess good analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to project excellent customer service in-person and over the phone
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to strictly adhere to compliance audit policy and maintain medical records confidentiality
• Knowledge of operating computers and office machinery
• Must have the ability to adhere to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
School of Veterinary Medicine

Pay Range
$15.44 - $26.25

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
  
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
  
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
  
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
  
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
  
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
  
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
  
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
  
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
  
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
  
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
  
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
  

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