Medical Records Coordinator

Company Overview:Summit Spine and Joint Centers (SSJC) is on track to become the largest comprehensive spine and joint care provider in the state of Georgia while providing clinical, surgical and imaging services to our patients. We are seeking a full-time Medical Records Coordinator to join our team of administrative staff to provide exceptional patient care!Summary of Position:The Medical Records Coordinator processes requests for medical record retrieval from storage. The Medical Records Coordinator must excel at coordinating with patients, staff, providers, and other 3rd party sources in providing accurate medical documentation while adhering to all relevant legal frameworks such as HIPAA.ResponsibilitiesProcess incoming requests for medical records while ensuring all responses conform to HIPAA requirementsRetrieve, sort, and scan medical records, medical appeals, and medical signoffs.Download requests from fax inboxes, portals, secure email serversMatch requests with corresponding claims within the electronic medical recordFile new medical records or external medical records as the need arisesMaintain active and discharged patient medical recordsNotify relevant staff of incomplete medical recordsAnswer telephone calls from external record requestorsPerform clerical and support functions for the Medical Records departmentSkills And AbilitiesProficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and ExcelStrong attention to detail and commitment to HIPAAAbility to work independently and as part of a small teamStrong interpersonal skills when working with external stakeholdersStrong written communication skillsWorking knowledge of medical terminology and legal aspects of health information Education And ExperienceExperience using eClinicalWorks preferredMinimum 1-year Medical Records experience strongly preferredBachelor's Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceCertification as a qualified Medical Records practitioner preferred