Job Description
Job Description
The Medical Record Data Entry Clerk plays a crucial role in managing and maintaining accurate patient records including charts, insurance claims, and lab reports. This position involves using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems and custom database software to ensure confidentiality and compliance with healthcare standards. The role requires interaction with healthcare professionals and demands careful attention to data accuracy and timely record updates, with expectations for occasional overtime and flexible working hours.
Responsibilities
- Enter and update patient charts, insurance claims, and lab reports accurately
- Manage medical record data within EHR systems and custom databases
- Verify data for accuracy and completeness
- Ensure confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Retrieve information promptly in response to healthcare professional requests
- Maintain up-to-date and organized electronic medical records
- Collaborate with healthcare staff to confirm data details and resolve discrepancies
- Adapt to occasional overtime and flexible scheduling as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Entry-level experience in medical data entry
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Familiarity with medical terminology
- Proficiency with data entry software and Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
- Strong attention to detail
- Understanding of HIPAA compliance
- Competence in Microsoft Office applications
- Good communication skills