What is a record keeper and how to become one

Key steps to become a record keeper

1. Explore record keeper education requirements

   Most common record keeper degrees

   Bachelor's

   43.7 %

   Associate

   22.0 %

   High School Diploma

   20.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific record keeper skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Recordkeeping	30.03%
   Data Entry	18.39%
   Retirement Plan	13.49%
   Financial Transactions	8.61%
   Bank Secrecy Act	6.42%

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3. Complete relevant record keeper training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New record keepers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a record keeper based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real record keeper resumes.

4. Research record keeper duties and responsibilities

   • Manage and organize all paperwork concerning caregivers and patients; organize filing system; ensure operation of electronic filing systems.
   • Verify that all requests are HIPAA compliant.
   • Make sure that all HIPPA regulations are follow through.
   • Record flight records by date or hours for every helicopter part as outlined by FAA.

5. Get record keeper experience

6. Apply for record keeper jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a record keeper job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams