Medical Records Technician

The Medical Records Technician has the primary responsibility for maintaining the Health Information & Files including electronic health records. Ensure the highest quality and level of health care is obtained for all clients. Employee will ensure Native Health’s compliance with requirements of the Privacy Act, Health Insurance and Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) and the Release of Information policy.

Key Accountabilities:

1. Monitors Health Information & Records
2. Processes request for release of information from the medical record.
3. Monitors process of scanning documents into electronic health records. 
4. Supports organization as needed. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Knowledge of requirements of the Privacy Act, Freedom of Information Act and the Drug/Alcohol Abuse Act and Release of Information policy.
2. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
3. Knowledge of quality assurance system and methods.
4. Great communication skills as well as ability to work with others in close manner.
5. Ability to understand and execute complex written and verbal instructions.
6. Exceptional computer skills, good organizing, and planning skills.
7. Able to react effectively and calmly in emergencies.
8. Able to maintain customer confidentiality.
9. Should work under rigorous pressure and meet close deadline.
10. Must understand the Native American community and culture, as well as experience working with people from diverse ethnic groups and various background.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIREMENTS:

1. Associate degree minimum or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) required.
2. Position requires lifting, bending, and reaching up to perform the required duties.
3. Must have the ability to lift over and/or more objects up to 25 pounds.

Standard Employment Requirements

1. Must possess a valid and unrestricted Arizona driver’s license (within 30 days of hire if applicant is from out-of-state) with no DUI/DWI or reckless driving convictions in the last five years. No more than two at-fault accidents in the last three years. Must maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license during employment. Must be insurable under NATIVE HEALTH’s liability auto policy.
2. Must pass a criminal background check and obtain a Class I Fingerprint Clearance Card within the initial ninety (90) calendar days of employment and retain a valid card while employed with NATIVE HEALTH.
3. Must pass substance abuse testing upon employment and submit to random testing during employment.
4. Must provide an updated immunization (IZ) record at the time of employment.
5. Must have a current (within 12 months) Tuberculosis (TB) skin report upon employment and provide an annual update.
6. Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within (90) calendar days of employment and maintain certification during employment.

Additional Information

Native Health complies with all state and federal requirements, including EEOC requirements.