Full-Time Medical Records Technician

Homestead Village is a thriving non-profit CARF-CCAC accredited Life Plan Community located just outside downtown Lancaster. We are seeking an enthusiastic & passionate Medical Records Technician to join our compassionate community as we enhance independence and dignity for all our Residents.

Location - The Apostle Center for Care 56-bed Skilled Nursing Facility

Position/Schedule:

• Full Time; 8:00am-4:30pm; Monday-Friday

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification through the PA Nurse Aide Registry
• Two years administrative experience preferred.
• Proficiency utilizing a PC ability to effectively operate software programs utilized by the facility and internet research capabilities.
• Knowledge/experience of Medical Terminology including ICD-9 Coding.
• Proficiency in typing and other clerical duties required.
• Two years Medical Records experience preferred.
• Ability to organize and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of MDS assessments and familiarity with Long Term Care regulations.

Essential Job Responsibilities and Objectives:

1. Develop and maintain Policies and Procedures for Medical Records.
2. Enter updated medical records information into computer system or physical chart.
3. Prepare and maintain monthly data sheets and resident charts.
4. Conduct monthly chart review and perform CQI auditing including physician telephone orders and others as assigned by supervisor. Thin charts. Tabulate findings and communicate status of audits to supervisor.
5. Manage medical records requests.
6. Gather and correct placement of all admission information. Prepare chart identification room labels and photographs upon admission.
7. Prepare medical forms obtain hospital and/or resident medical records from previous physicians office including immunization recent physician notes lab work and medication list.
8. Maintain Admission bed hold Admit/discharge tracker
9. Maintain current knowledge of long-term Care regulations as they relate to record keeping and utilize the Medical Records Consultant to facilitate compliance with regulatory requirements. Notify Director of Nursing of compliance concerns.
10. Assist in answering incoming telephone calls in a professional manner.
11. Ensure paperwork for previous month is completed by the 1^st week of the current month.
12. Coordinate records forms statements and information for long term care companies monthly
13. Coordinate resident appointments transportation and escorts. Ensure appropriate paperwork is completed for appointment.

Benefits:all benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment

• Medical
• Dental & Vision - 100% covered by Employer
• Short Term Disability - 100% covered by Employer
• Group Term Life Insurance - up to $50000 - 100% covered by Employer
• 401k or Roth IRA; max employer match is 4.5%
• Accrual Banks: Vacation & Sick Time
• Perfect Attendance Bonus Program
• Referral Bonus Program
• Education Assistance Program
• Funeral Leave
• Holiday pay; including your Birthday as a recognized Holiday

* Homestead Village accepts EEOC exemption requests.

Required Experience:

IC