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The Arora Group Medical Records Technician in Tacoma, Washington
Medical Records Technician
Technician
Currently recruiting a Medical Records Technician in Tacoma, WA to coordinate complex clinical operations at a facility that houses individuals detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. MRT’s perform daily checks within the eHR and address any outstanding items with the appropriate staff member. The role of the MRT is integral to the overall function of the clinic and patient care, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of available information for providers while also monitoring ongoing tasks for completeness. Through the eHR system, the MRT will schedule appointments as requested, perform data entry and running of data reports from the system. The MRT must always maintain confidentiality and security of the eHR. IHSC is a dynamic environment requiring flexibility by the MRT due to shifting priorities to meet mission needs on a daily basis.
DUTIES OF THE MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNICIAN:
Prepares, updates, and maintains a medical record for each patient ensuring accuracy of information.
Maintains appointment system for patients and clinical staff where applicable.
Tracks compliance with internally scheduled patient appointments, making timely reminder notices to IHSC staff prior to each appointment where applicable.
Files/scans laboratory, radiology, and other reports in appropriate sections of the electronic medical record within prescribed timeline.
Routes clinical reports to appropriate clinic staff within prescribed timeline.
Archives clinical information from the medical record within prescribed timeline in accordance with established IHSC policy and procedures.
Reviews all documentation for completeness and routes incomplete documents to the appropriate provider for correction prior to placing/scanning in the medical records.
Uses multiple systems to process a variety of narrative and tabular material (e.g., correspondence, tabular data, reports, etc.) to prepare, update, and maintain a medical record and provide required and requested information to appropriate medical personnel.
Performs record keeping functions in accordance with program policies and position.
Maintains a high level of proficiency and ease of use utilizing electronic health records.
Completes and passes Medical Records Technician competencies initially and annually.
Completes all initial, annual and ad hoc training as required/assigned.
Serves as a team member for analyzing established protocol practices and identifying areas for improvement.
Maintains patient confidentiality, and confidentiality of medical records in compliance with the Privacy Act and HIPAA regulations in all work activities.
Adheres to and maintains awareness of; IHSC Policies, Procedures, Directives, Operational Memoranda and accreditation standards as prescribed by ICE/IHSC.
Adheres to and participates in: IHSC’s Safety, Prevention, Infection and Control, Quality Improvement, Patient Education and other programs and collateral duties as appropriate to position.
Attends and participates in general/medical staff meetings.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Minimum of one-year experience in a healthcare setting as a medical record technician, medical record clerk, unit secretary, or similar position where the processing of electronic medical/health records was part of the daily responsibilities.
Minimum of one-year direct experience with proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, specifically MS Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint.
REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
This position does not require privileging by IHSC.
Maintains Heartsaver® CPR AED certification through the American Heart Association®.
ABOUT THE ARORA GROUP
The Arora Group is an award-winning, Joint Commission-certified nationwide healthcare services company that, for over 25 years, has provided medical care to federal agencies. Our mission is to provide world-class care and give our over 500 healthcare professionals opportunities to improve their skills, learn from the best, and serve the needs of our nation.
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
Job Details
City
Tacoma
State
WA