Medical Records Technician

Overview:


The Medical Records Technician is responsible for maintaining the electronic health record (eHR) for the ICE Health Services Corps (IHSC) at the Houston Contract Detention Facility in Houston, TX. This full-time position requires a high level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:

* Receive, scan, verify, and file medical documentation to ensure complete medical records are provided when required

* Perform daily checks within the eHR and address any outstanding items with the appropriate staff member

* Schedule appointments, perform data entry, and run data reports from the eHR system

* Maintain confidentiality and security of the eHR

* Prepare, update, and maintain a medical record for each patient, ensuring accuracy of information

* File/scans laboratory, radiology, and other reports in the eHR system

* Route clinical reports to appropriate clinic staff

* Archive clinical information from the medical record

* Review all documentation for completeness and route incomplete documents to the appropriate provider for correction

* Use multiple systems to process narrative and tabular material to prepare, update, and maintain a medical record

* Perform record keeping functions in accordance with program policies and position

Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or GED equivalent

* Certification: Maintains Heartsaver CPR AED certification through the American Heart Association

* Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting as a Medical Record Technician, Unit Clerk, Medical Record Clerk, or similar position

* Knowledge of basic principles of standard electronic medical record procedures, methods, and requirements

* Ability to manage high volume of medical records daily

* Ability to recognize documentation inconsistencies and take appropriate action to resolve

* Ability to maintain an electronic medical record system and ensure compliance with regulatory agencies

* Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual environment

* Ability to work approximately 90% of time using computers, scanners, and printers

Benefits:

* Competitive compensation package

* Full range of benefits, including paid leave, and options for employer-sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance

* Flexible spending account and health saving account options for pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses

* Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with an employer contribution match that is immediately vested

* Professional growth opportunities through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs

* Equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided