Medical Records Specialist

At Southcoast Visiting Nurse Association, Inc.
, we acknowledge that our employees are what makes us great! For Five Consecutive Years, Newsweek named Southcoast Health among the World’s Best Hospitals (Charlton Memorial, St.
Luke’s, and Tobey).
In addition, since 2018, Southcoast Health has been voted by readers as South Coast Media Group’s Best Place to Work.
Why? Because we have some of the most talented people in the world! We are searching for a Medical Records Specialist to perform diversified duties both within and in support of the VNA Medical Record Department.
Answer telephone requests for patient information.
Review patient record to determine if content is protected and if so, ensure patient authorization for approved release.
Prepare and scan all discharged records daily.
Perform audits and complete corrections of inaccurate data in data system.
Determine physician and clinician record completion status and provide him/her with notification of need for chart completion.
Serve as a resource to physicians and clinicians by answering their questions related to missing medical record documentation.
Ensure compliance with applicable hospital policies including HIPAA and General Laws of Massachusetts with regard to the release and use of confidential patient information and when appropriate, request the patient complete an authorization form to request copies of medical records Hours: 40hrs Shift: Day shift; 8:00am-4:30pm Location: Southcoast Business Center – Fairhaven, MA Travel: Driving on average 3 or more times per week required.
Education and/or Experience Requirements: An Associate’s Degree in a related field or the equivalent knowledge and experience in the healthcare setting is preferred Minimum of 3 to 5 years of related work experience Knowledge of medical record content and medical record terminology is required Must have clerical and filing experience as well as experience with medical record procedures Ability to work closely and effectively with peers across the organization Must be able to function independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities Must possess and demonstrate highly effective interpersonal, customer service and communication skills Working knowledge of various software programs including Excel, Word, Electronic Medical Record, and Electronic Fax is required In accepting employment with Southcoast, you understand that you are required to be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
Southcoast Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) has a long history of serving people in our community by helping patients of all ages recover or live well with illness or injury.
We provide compassionate and personalized care in comfort and privacy of the home to more than 9,000 patients each year.
Southcoast Health is a community healthcare system with multiple access points, offering an integrated continuum of health services throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
By uniting a single purpose and building an integrated system of services and resources, we have become one of the largest and fastest-growing health systems in Massachusetts.
Together We Are More.
With more than 7,500 employees, Southcoast Health is the largest employer in Southeastern Mass.
, and the 18th largest employer in the Commonwealth, according to the Boston Business Journal.
We strive for a culture of health and well-being that recognizes, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve.
We are committed to providing our employees in Massachusetts and Rhode Island with optimal benefits that promote a healthy work/life balance and add value to our employees’ lives.
Generous Earned Time Off Package** Health, Dental and Vision Insurance* Tuition Assistance** Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance* Life & AD&D insurance* Flexible Spending Accounts* 403B Retirement Plan with match HealthQuest Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Employee Discount Program Career Development Opportunities Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Join us as we strive to be More than Medicine.
Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer Location: Southcoast Health System · Administration Schedule: Full-time, Day shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm