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 physician’s office including immunization, recent physician notes, lab work and medication list.