• Maintains accurate and complete records of all patients on paper and in electronic format. ls responsible for the overall management of the Medical Records Department including prior and current patients.

• Supervise, guide, motivate and evaluate MR Staff - all while implementing department policies.
• Conduct job interviews, hire staff and train new personnel.
• Recommends and implements operating policies and procedure.
• Assists and participates in departmental studies and quality projects.
• Determines need for equipment and supplies.
• Training and Development:
• Evaluates performance, implements action on areas needing improvement or training Trains and supervises medical records personnel in the daily operations.
• Orients new staff of medical records unit.

• Collects, assembles, checks and files patient s\' charts as required. Ensures that I record are in proper order, completed, signed, and indexed.
• Manages and ensures the viability of the electronic records system.
• Monitors the accuracy of patient records and documentation of patient visits.
• Answers inquiries (requests, subpoenas, court orders) regarding information while ensuring protection of Patient Rights.
• Establishes and maintains procedure to ensure records are safely maintained within the hospital.
• Ensures incomplete records are addressed with appropriate department or service provider for correction or completion.
• Prepares and maintains statistical reports and various registries, including treatments, surgery performed, and use of hospital beds.
• Cooperates with interdepartmental personnel, as well as other departments within the facility, to assure that services are properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents.
• Maintains confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information

• Bachelor\'s degree in science of any related health care course.
• Comprehensive knowledge in medical ethics, medical law, statistics, medical record privacy procedures, medical coding systems, medical record administration.
• Five years of relevant progressive experience in the health care sector.
• Maintain current, appropriate certifications and competencies.
• Advanced skills in various computer software programs
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of regulations regarding requirements for maintaining medical records.

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