Medical Records Clerk
Summary
Maintains and processes patient medical records, handles administrative tasks, and supports staff with office operations in a hospice care setting.
Overview
Good Shepherd Hospice is seeking a compassionate candidate for our Medical Records Clerk position at our Olathe office.
Hospice or Home Health Experience Required. The Medical Records Clerk assumes responsibility for supporting the staff by managing correspondence, operating the computer system, coordinating the telephone communications, and maintaining records.
Responsibilities
- Performs receptionist functions in the absence of receptionist and also back to receptionist.
- Operates the computer system.
- Handles typing, copying, filing, and mailing necessary to support the administrative staff as requested.
- Assists in preparing reports and special projects as requested.
- Coordinates and compiles paperwork and materials required for IDT.
- Maintains current records and logs as required (i.e.: equipment, on call, supplies, physician orders). Process treatment plans, interim physician orders, recertification of prognosis as required.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient/family status, as well as all personnel information.
Qualifications
- Previous office experience (1 year) and/or business education.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in MS Office suite, Email, Internet
- Experience in operating business machines.