Medical Record Officer

Job Openings Medical Record Officer

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities:

Efficiently manage and maintain electronic and paper-based medical records for patients.
Ensure strict compliance with confidentiality and privacy regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
Enter patient data accurately into electronic health record (EHR) systems and verify the completeness and correctness of information.
Assign appropriate medical codes to diagnoses, procedures, and treatments for accurate billing and statistical reporting.
Facilitate the release of patient medical records to authorized individuals or organizations following legal and ethical guidelines.
Conduct regular audits of medical records to identify discrepancies, errors, or omissions, and take corrective actions as needed.
Collaborate with healthcare providers to support accurate and comprehensive documentation of patient care and treatment plans.
Implement and maintain effective record-keeping procedures to ensure easy retrieval and accessibility of patient data.
Provide training and guidance to clinical staff on proper medical record documentation practices and EHR usage.

Job Requirements:

A minimum of diploma/degree or certification Preferably Health Information Management, Health Information Technology, Medical Records Administration, or a related field.
1- 2 years Previous experience in medical records management or health information management.
Skills:
Knowledge of Medical Terminology: Familiarity with medical terminology and healthcare procedures is essential for accurately handling medical records and coding.
Proficiency in Health Information Systems: Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and health information technology.
Attention to Detail: Need to be detail-oriented to ensure the accuracy and completeness of patient records.
Organizational and Communication Skills.

Joining Immediately is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to Commute:

Ability to Relocate:

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