Medical Records Coordinator- Jersey City, NJ
Alaris Health at Hamilton Park, a 200+ bed-skilled nursing Center in Jersey City, New Jersey, seeks a medical records coordinator to maintain meticulous resident records containing all items required by state and federal regulations. Additional responsibilities include:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintaining accurate order of open charts and preparing closed charts
Types physician's orders/transcriptions as needed
Prepares closed charts
Assumes responsibility for diagnostic admission and discharge coding index
Ensures that all admission orders are singed by the attending physician in a timely manner
Ensures all Medicare certifications and re-certifications are signed in a timely manner
Notifies MDs in reference to compliance of resident visits and progress notes
Communicates with pharmacy in reference to additions/deletions of resident MARs, POSs
Assists nursing staff with monthly editing
Initiates yearly flu/pneumonia vaccine program and maintains accurate record keeping
Concerns his/herself with the safety of all facility residents in order to minimize the potential for fire and accidents. Also, ensures that the facility adheres to the legal, safety and disaster plans and by being familiar with current MSDS
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
High school degree or GED
Experience coding and abstracting
Basic courses or experience pertaining to the position is preferred
Detail-oriented and high standard for accuracy
Must be able to read, write and understand the English language
Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees
Carries out other tasks as requested