Medical Records Research Coordinator jobs in Alaska

Supervises and assures the efficient operation of the Medical Records Unit.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification.  Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of   the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Supervise, train and evaluate Medical Records Unit staff; prioritizes and assigns tasks; prepares work schedules; develops staff skills and conducts performance evaluations; provides direction and guidance in technical and procedural issues.

Supervise day-to-day operations of the Medical Records Unit in accordance with Department procedures and Borough policy.

Maintains and enforces all aspects of confidentiality of events and client information; monitors compliance to the privacy laws and guidelines.

Reviews, verifies and enters data into computer tracking systems; codes computerized reports according to procedures; reviews documents and data for compliance and accuracy.

Retrieves data and information from the computer systems as requested and for statistical reporting; prepares monthly and quarterly summary reports; analyzes codes and statistical data for Federal and state reporting.

In the event of an emergency, will follow responsibilities as outlined in the North Slope Borough and program policies and procedures and the CEMP manual.

Respect clients by recognizing their rights and maintaining confidentiality, including HIPAA requirements.

Protect self, co-workers and consumers by following policies and procedures to prevent the spread of blood borne and/or airborne diseases.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of Department and Borough policies and procedures and records management rules.

Knowledge of medical coding and classification concepts and methods.

Skill in operating a personal computer and a variety of software applications.

Skill in prioritizing and assigning work activities.

High school graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience.

Two years of medical records work experience;

One year of supervisory work experience;

One year work experience with medical database;

Applicant must pass a criminal history background check conducted by the State of Alaska Background Check Unit;

Documentation that the individual is free from active pulmonary tuberculosis.
 

THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.

This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough's best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described.  It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job.  This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation.  This is not intended to be a contract.