Medical Records Specialist

A growing healthcare organization is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Records Specialist to support clinical documentation patient file management physician order tracking and general administrative workflows. This role is ideal for someone who is organized dependable comfortable working with confidential records and able to support a busy home health or hospice care environment.

The Medical Records Specialist will help ensure patient records are accurate complete timely and compliant with healthcare documentation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize sort scan upload and maintain patient records and clinical documentation
• Ensure patient files are complete accurate and updated in a timely manner
• Process physician orders face-to-face documentation consents DNR forms and other required medical documents
• Send documentation to physicians by fax mail or other approved methods
• Track outstanding orders and follow up with physician offices to obtain signatures
• Scan signed orders and completed documentation into patient charts
• Provide clerical support including filing copying typing faxing scanning and document preparation
• Prepare admission packets orientation materials new-hire packets and other administrative documents as needed
• Confirm required admission paperwork and consents are properly completed
• Support communication related to missed visits drug interactions hospitalization follow-ups and discharge follow-up calls as assigned
• Assist scheduling intake clinical leadership and branch leadership with administrative tasks
• Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA privacy and company compliance standards
• Communicate professionally with patients families physicians vendors and internal team members
• Support timely documentation and help maintain smooth office operations
• Perform other administrative and medical records duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Active HIPAA compliance / training credential required
• Strong computer skills and comfort with electronic records scanning faxing and data entry
• Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize work effectively
• Reliable transportation and valid/current auto insurance if travel is required
• Ability to work under time-sensitive conditions and meet documentation deadlines
• Professional dependable and able to maintain strict confidentiality

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Medical dental and vision insurance options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) or retirement plan with employer match
• Mileage reimbursement if applicable
• Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance
• Career growth opportunities and advancement potential
• Additional voluntary benefit options
• Supportive and mission-driven work environment

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is highly organized accurate and comfortable managing sensitive healthcare records. This person should be able to follow detailed processes communicate professionally with physicians and internal teams and help ensure documentation is completed correctly and on time in a patient-centered healthcare environment.