Medical Records Technician

NATIVE HEALTH provides accessible holistic patient-centered care for urban American Indians, Alaska Natives, and others facing health barriers. The Medical Records Technician maintains health information and electronic health records, ensuring compliance with Privacy Act, HIPAA, and Release of Information policies. Key responsibilities include monitoring records, processing information release requests, and scanning documents. The role requires knowledge of medical terminology, privacy regulations, strong communication and computer skills, and cultural understanding of the Native American community.

Must Have

• Maintain Health Information & Files including electronic health records
• Ensure compliance with Privacy Act, HIPAA, and Release of Information policy
• Monitor Health Information & Records
• Process requests for release of information from medical records
• Monitor process of scanning documents into electronic health records
• Associate degree or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) required
• Knowledge of Privacy Act, Freedom of Information Act, Drug/Alcohol Abuse Act
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
• Knowledge of quality assurance system and methods
• Exceptional computer skills
• Valid and unrestricted Arizona driver’s license
• Pass criminal background check and obtain Class I Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Pass substance abuse testing
• Provide updated immunization (IZ) record
• Have current Tuberculosis (TB) skin report
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Retirement Benefits - Up to 5% Matching Contribution
• Paid Time Off/Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays (12)
• Tuition Reimbursement and Educational Leave
• Employee Recognition Program

Company Description

At NATIVE HEALTH, we strive to provide the best health care available for urban American Indians, Alaska Natives, and other individuals who generally experience barriers to health and wellness services.

Mission: To provide accessible holistic patient centered care, to empower our community to achieve the highest quality health and well-being.

Vision: Healthy People in Healthy Communities.

NATIVE HEALTH Benefits and Perks Include:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Retirement Benefits - Up to 5% Matching Contribution
• Paid Time Off/Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays (12)
• Tuition Reimbursement and Educational Leave
• Employee Recognition Program

Starting Hourly Pay: $18.70

Job Description

The Medical Records Technician has the primary responsibility for maintaining the Health Information & Files including electronic health records. Ensure the highest quality and level of health care is obtained for all clients. Employee will ensure Native Health’s compliance with requirements of the Privacy Act, Health Insurance and Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) and the Release of Information policy.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Monitors Health Information & Records

2. Processes request for release of information from the medical record.

3. Monitors process of scanning documents into electronic health records.

4. Supports organization as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Knowledge of requirements of the Privacy Act, Freedom of Information Act and the Drug/Alcohol Abuse Act and Release of Information policy.

2. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.

3. Knowledge of quality assurance system and methods.

4. Great communication skills as well as ability to work with others in close manner.

5. Ability to understand and execute complex written and verbal instructions.

6. Exceptional computer skills, good organizing, and planning skills.

7. Able to react effectively and calmly in emergencies.

8. Able to maintain customer confidentiality.

9. Should work under rigorous pressure and meet close deadline.

10. Must understand the Native American community and culture, as well as experience working with people from diverse ethnic groups and various background.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIREMENTS:

1. Associate degree minimum or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) required.

2. Position requires lifting, bending, and reaching up to perform the required duties.

3. Must have the ability to lift over and/or more objects up to 25 pounds.

Standard Employment Requirements

1. Must possess a valid and unrestricted Arizona driver’s license (within 30 days of hire if applicant is from out-of-state) with no DUI/DWI or reckless driving convictions in the last five years. No more than two at-fault accidents in the last three years. Must maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license during employment. Must be insurable under NATIVE HEALTH’s liability auto policy.

2. Must pass a criminal background check and obtain a Class I Fingerprint Clearance Card within the initial ninety (90) calendar days of employment and retain a valid card while employed with NATIVE HEALTH.

3. Must pass substance abuse testing upon employment and submit to random testing during employment.

4. Must provide an updated immunization (IZ) record at the time of employment.

5. Must have a current (within 12 months) Tuberculosis (TB) skin report upon employment and provide an annual update.

6. Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within (90) calendar days of employment and maintain certification during employment.

Additional Information

Native Health complies with all state and federal requirements, including EEOC requirements.

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