Medical Records Clerk
NaphCare, Inc.
Summary
NaphCare is hiring a Medical Records Clerk to join our team of medical professionals in the Hamilton Correctional Facility in Hamilton, AL. As a Correctional Medical Records Clerk, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals who provide care to the individuals in residence.
Job description
Overview
NaphCare is hiring a Medical Records Clerk to join our team of medical professionals in the Hamilton Correctional Facility in Hamilton, AL. As a Correctional Medical Records Clerk, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals who provide care to the individuals in residence.
Responsibilities
The Medical Records Clerk is responsible for maintaining, organizing, and processing inmates' medical records within the facility. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:
- Entering patient information into electronic systems, filing documents, and maintaining the physical and digital filing system
- Ensuring the completeness, accuracy, and quality of medical documentation
- Handling requests for medical information from authorized parties, such as hospitals, clinics, and physicians, while adhering to HIPAA and other privacy regulations
- Managing incoming and outgoing mail, answering phones, and relaying messages related to medical records
- Creating, updating, and organizing inmate medical records, including assembling and disassembling files
- Performing routine clerical tasks and other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate
- Must have computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel with a minimum typing speed of 45 words per minute
- Must possess strong written communication and verbal skills, adaptable to environments where conditions may not be pristine, and manage and maintain in stressful situations
- Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
- Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening
- Physical Capabilities: Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
- Minimum typing speed of 45 words per minute
- Strong written communication and verbal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Must pass criminal background check and drug screening
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Free Prescriptions
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) and Roth
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral Bonuses
- Term Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Free Continuing Education and CMEs
Company overview
NaphCare, Inc. is a leading provider of comprehensive healthcare services and technology solutions specifically designed for correctional facilities across the United States. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, the company partners with local, state, and federal government agencies to deliver innovative healthcare, technology, and administrative solutions for the correctional system. As a family-owned company with 1,001-5,000 employees, NaphCare has pioneered several industry-first initiatives including the Proactive Care Model, TechCare® Electronic Health Record system, and STATCare telehealth services. The company offers a full spectrum of correctional healthcare services including medical and mental health care, pharmacy services, dialysis, medication-assisted treatment, and forensic services. NaphCare's mission focuses on improving and saving lives through excellence and innovation, with a commitment to treating every patient with dignity while preparing them for successful reentry into their communities. The company has established itself as an industry leader with one of the longest-running partnerships with the federal Bureau of Prisons and multiple facilities earning the prestigious NCCHC Pinnacle Award for excellence in correctional healthcare.