Medical Records Director - South Mountain Restoration Center

Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic, and self-driven individual seeking a career that allows you to make a meaningful impact on the Commonwealth's most vulnerable residents? The Department of Human Services is searching for a committed Medical Records Director with a strong work ethic to join our team. In this vital role, you will organize, lead, and oversee the medical records department at South Mountain Restoration Center to ensure that every resident has a complete and accurate medical record. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are eager for new challenges, apply today to elevate your professional career to new heights!

In this position, you will be responsible for organizing and maintaining medical records in both paper and electronic formats. Duties include developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with accreditation, certification, and licensure requirements. You will oversee medical records staff in the daily operations of the medical records department, verify completion of all mandatory training, and provide orientation and supervision for all newly hired employees. Additionally, you will review medical records for completeness and accuracy, referring any discrepancies to attending physicians or the medical director for resolution. You will also obtain necessary documentation, such as signatures, electrocardiographic tracing, pathology reports, and other relevant information to ensure the integrity of the electronic medical record.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Travel and overtime may be required, based upon operational needs.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Registration as a Medical Records Administrator with the American Health Information Management Association; or
• Two years of experience as a Medical Records Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); and registration as a Medical Records Technician with the American Health Information Management Association; or
• Four years of experience in the preparation, classification and abstracting of medical reports in a medical records department; and registration as a Medical Records Technician with the American Health Information Management Association.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.