Medical Records Technician MRT - Mental Health 631
Company: Telecare Corporation
Location: Norwalk
Posted on: May 6, 2024
Job Description:
Medical Records Technician MRT - Mental Health 631
"They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean.
Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give
me a chance to live..." - Client from Telecare
What You Will Do to Change Lives
The Medical Records Technician is responsible for the maintenance,
storage and processing of all medical records and EHR data. This
involves performing a variety of clerical and technical duties
associated with the management and oversight of a program's medical
records including, but not limited to assembling, analysis, release
of information, data processing, collection, reconciliation and
preparation of reports in a manner consistent with medical,
administrative, ethical, legal and regulatory requirements of a
mental health care system. Must be able to work independently and
have the ability to interact and communicate both verbally and in
writing with clients, family members, the public and physicians and
staff.
Shifts Available:
Full Time; AM 8:30 am - 5:00 pm with 24/7 availability for
emergency call; Monday - Friday
Expected starting wage range is $17.30 - $20.86. Telecare applies
geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned
to this role will be based on the geographic location from which
the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant
experience above the minimum requirements.
What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)
- One (1) year of EHR or healthcare information system experience
in a psychiatric inpatient or outpatient program or acute hospital
setting AND Credentialed as a Registered Health Information
Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator
(RHIA), through American Health Information Association (AHIMA)
OR
- Two (2) years of EHR or healthcare information system
experience in a psychiatric inpatient or outpatient program or
acute hospital setting AND Completion of an approved Health
Information/Medical Record Certificate Program
OR
- Three (3) years of EHR or management of a paper medical record
systems experience in a outpatients or community based healthcare
program environment.
- Working knowledge of managing a hybrid medical record
system
- EHR System experience, Caminar, Avatar, Anasazi (desired)
- Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations, survey
process, accreditation standards, and psychiatric requirements.
- Knowledge and application of appropriate coding systems; ICD-10
CM, DSMV
- Knowledge of documentation and legal issues pertaining to
HIPAA, PHI and other health information.
What's In It for You*
- Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your
first year
- Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6%
for PM Shift, 8% for Overnight Shift)
- Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License,
coaching, and mentorship
- Online University Tuition Discount and Company
Scholarships
- Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock
Ownership Plan
- For more information visit:
Join Our Compassionate Team
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral
health services that engage individuals in recovering their health,
hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural
diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our
organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+,
veterans, and all belief systems.
This program is a full service partnership between LA county and
Telecare. The program structure mimics our current FSP programs in
LA county, in that we are serving high acuity members who struggle
with severe to moderate mental health symptoms. This FSP will
specialize JIMH -justice involved mental health members. There are
200 FSP slots and 100 of those slots are dedicated to ODR - Office
of Diversion and re-entry. 50 of the slots are dedicated to
AOT/Care Court members, and last 50 slots will be a pilot for
individual members being discharged from La Casa MHRC, bypassing
Step Down and being accepted directly into FSP. The LA regions to
be covered include, service Area 4, 6, 7, and 8.
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
*May vary by location and position type
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an
interview.
Data Specialist, Entry Level, Medical Records, MRT
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and
applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would
not be eligible.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Medical Records Technician is responsible for the maintenance,
storage and processing of all medical records and EHR data. This
involves performing a variety of clerical and technical duties
associated with the management and oversight of a program's medical
records including, but not limited to: assembling, analysis,
release of information, data processing, collection, reconciliation
and preparation of reports in a manner consistent with medical,
administrative, ethical, legal and regulatory requirements of a
mental health care system. Must be able to work independently and
have the ability to interact and communicate both verbally and in
writing with clients, family members, the public and physicians and
staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Demonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values, and beliefs
in everyday language and contact with the internal and external
stakeholders
- Assists in the development of and compliance with the policies
and procedures to ensure that medical records are complete and
processed according to governmental regulations and standard
professional and medical record keeping practices
- Monitors and tracks compliance with legal documents and
correspondence with conservators/guardians
- Prepares and processes the clinical records of members served
who are admitted/discharged in the Program
- Audits clinical records for completeness and adherence to
standards
- Ensures that data is collected accurately and on time
- Ensures that clinical staff understands the significance of
inputting key data elements
- Verifies accuracy of EHR data
- Ensures that members served demographic and episodic
information is documented within specified timeframes
- Interfaces with Program and County staff and confirms accuracy
of all system data and ensures procedures are completed per
established requirements
- Generates reports to confirm accuracy of data and makes
corrections per Program and County requirements Participates in
required system trainings and meetings to stay up-to-date on
current system changes Participates as a team member and provides
input via reporting observations, concerns and asks appropriate
questions.
- Works cooperatively with Managers and Program
Administrators
- Demonstrates good judgment, decision making, and initiative
while performing daily tasks.
- Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies
within budgetary parameters.
- Reports concerns about issues at programs to the Vice
President, Human Resources.
- Demonstrates a good rapport and cooperative working
relationships with all members of the team; responds to co-workers
with concern and promotes group morale
- Continually focuses on assigned tasks
- Seeks and implements improvements as necessary
- Understands and demonstrates the safety program in all
activities
- Demonstrates a knowledge of Telecare's customers including
clients/residents, families and governmental agencies in all
interactions and conduct.
- Acts in a professional manner, always demonstrating respect for
and understanding of the community when representing Telecare in
the community.
- Completes and follows through with tasks and assignments,
meeting expected deadlines.
- Understands and demonstrates knowledge of all policies
associated with attendance
- Attends all assigned in-service education classes
Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at
the discretion of management.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- One (1) year of EHR or healthcare information system experience
in a psychiatric inpatient or outpatient program or acute hospital
setting AND
- Credentialed as a Registered Health Information Technician
(RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA),
through American Health Information Association (AHIMA) OR
- Two (2) years of EHR or healthcare information system
experience in a psychiatric inpatient or outpatient program or
acute hospital setting AND
- Completion of an approved Health Information/Medical Record
Certificate Program OR
- Three (3) years of EHR or management of a paper medical record
systems experience in a outpatients or community based healthcare
program environment.
- Working knowledge of managing a hybrid medical record
system
- EHR System experience, Caminar, Avatar, Anasazi
(desired)
- Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations, survey
process, accreditation standards, and psychiatric
requirements.
- Knowledge and application of appropriate coding systems; ICD-10
CM, DSMV
- Knowledge of documentation and legal issues pertaining to
HIPAA, PHI and other health information.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
- Sensitivity to multi-cultural populations and issues.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff and County
representatives
- Ability to read, write and speak English is crucial, as is the
willingness to work with mentally impaired adults.
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid
certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and
maintain current certification throughout employment
- All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful
completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable
post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis,
acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party
sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position
requires driving, valid driver's license, a motor vehicle clearance
and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and
must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory,
contractual or local requirements may apply
SKILLS
- Able to type 50 WPM
- Possess basic computer skills
- Have knowledge of general office duties
- Have excellent communication skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions
of this job.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, push,
pull, and lift and carry items weighing 25 pounds or less as well
as to frequently reach, twist, squat, kneel and do simple grasping
occasionally. The position requires manual repetitions, deviations
and dexterity.
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and
applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would
not be eligible.
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