Health Unit Coordinator - Medical Records

The Heath Unit Coordinator - Medical Records is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the Medical Records. The Medical Records Director will assure that all medical records are accurate, secure and confidential medical records of residents shall be stored in the facility and shall be easily accessible at all times to staff authorized to provide care and treatment. Medical records of both current and past residents shall be readily available to persons designated by statute or authorized by the resident to obtain the release of the medical records. All medical records shall be systematically organized.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Organize, establish and maintain policies and procedures for the Medical Record Department
• Attend scheduled meetings and maintain records of such meetings.
• Code admissions and discharges using the ICD-9-10 code books.
• Conducts on-going Medical Record audits using established criteria at least quarterly and reports to Administration as appropriate depending on results.
• Provides a monthly calendar for doctor rounds and meetings.
• Order forms and supplies when needed.
• Follows instructions willingly, able to meet deadlines, organizational loyalty, honesty, punctual, and dependable.
• Transmits MDS report information to the CMS and make necessary corrections to the MDS report.
• Scan and File all signed material to in-house charts.
• Establishes and uses forms in the computer system.
• Performs other related duties as directed by the Administrator
• Abides by and assures compliance with facility policies and procedures.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize projects.
• Must have basic computer skills or be able to acquire such skills.
• Must be able to communicate well and process information accurately.
• Adheres to Federal/State regulations and guidelines, including Resident Rights.
• Have a pleasant manner.
• Must be able to display tact and good judgment in dealing with varying situations involving physicians, residents, residents’ families, visitors, management, and staff.
• Must be able to work well with others and maintain professional relationships with co-workers.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick)