Job Description:

Location:
Comprehensive Primary Care Prg, Somerset, Somerset, NJ 07052

Job Summary:

The Medical Records Technician will report to the Manager, Privacy and Risk Management and Vice President of Clinical Services and Patient safety. The Medical Records Technician facilitates the processing of medical group requests for protected health information/medical records by reviewing the requests, entering the requests into the designated release of information (ROI) system and acts as a liaison with medical group practice staff and RWJBH system ROI vendor on questions regarding the status of requests.

Essential Functions:

* MRT handles all requests and inquiries for PHI received through medical group practices.

* MRT monitors/manages the RWJBH medical group medical records email for all ROI requests.

* MRT will be responsible for daily entry of required information related to the PHI request into the designated ROI system.

* MRT enters audits with multiple patient names per ROI system procedure. (Defined by procedure per 3rd party vendor).

* Requests for PHI related to Radiology films (RWJPE) will be processed by the MRT.

* Requests for patient billing records (RWJPE) will be processed by the MRT in collaboration with our billing department.

* Answers clerical telephone calls from practices and requestors pertaining to release of information

* Copies, faxes and/or mails medical records in compliance with state and federal regulations.

* Billing Invoices for Radiology films and patient billing records (RWJPE Practices) will be processed by the MRT and logged in medical group designated tracking system.

* MRT will refer subpoenas, court orders, and other court related requests to medical group Privacy/Risk leadership for review.

* Work with practice managers, staff, other members of the medical group team and third party ROI vendor to promote a harmonious work environment.

* Participates in meetings with the systems medical record vendors to confirm the medical group needs are being met.

Job Requirements:

* High School Diploma or GED required.

* Ability to handle a high volume of work

* Ability to perform team-oriented job tasks.

* Conscientious awareness to detail and accuracy

* Strong customer service skills

* Excellent communication skills (oral and written).

* Experience with an electronic medical record

* Ability to learn, understand and apply federal and state regulations.

* Problem solving and critical thinking skills

* Previous experience in a medical office or health information management department preferred

* Demonstrates a clear understanding of the importance of patient privacy

* Able to operate Copier, Printer, Computer and Fax: Fixing paper jams, adding paper

* Individual must be able to meet established physical requirements of the position including sitting at a desk or meeting table, standing or walking for an extended period of time

* Able to work on a computer for a full work day

* Office environment, including corporate setting and medical office setting

* Potential exposure to hazardous material, infections, and communicable diseases

Hours:

8am-4pm or 9am-5pm

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Additional Information:

RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, with a service area covering five million people. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH- New Brunswick, RWJUH- Somerset in Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, trauma centers, a satellite emergency department, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and an accountable care organization.

RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group is a multispecialty group practice comprised of highly trained and experienced world class primary and specialty care physicians. RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group physicians provide compassionate and innovative cutting-edge care for people at every stage of life at easily accessible facilities conveniently located throughout New Jersey. Backed by the vast continuum of resources of RWJBarnabas Health, the largest not-for-profit integrated health care delivery system in New Jersey and one of the largest in the nation, our dedicated physicians and expertly trained supporting staff continuously strive for clinical excellence.

We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

* Medical/Dental/Vision plans

* 401 (k)

* PTO

* Short & Long Term Disability

* Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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