Medical Records Director/Central Supply
Solon Pointe at Emerald Ridge in Solon, OH is looking for an experienced Medical Records Director/Central Supply. The primary purpose of the Medical Records Director is to maintain the patients’ clinical records, including coding, auditing, and providing pertinent staff education regarding recordkeeping procedures in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The Medical Records Director serves as the designated Privacy Officer for the facility.
Education, Experience, and Licensure/Certifications:
Must have training in post-acute care health information management
Specific Requirements:
Must demonstrate knowledge of State and Federal legal requirements relating to documentation, confidentiality, and legal issues pertaining to health information
Must have functional knowledge in field of practice
Must be knowledgeable of medical records practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing medical records functions in the post-acute care facility
Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: medical coding, auditing, clinical records, privacy official responsibilities, supervisory responsibilities, patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Essential Functions:
Must be able to audit and complete ongoing review of all patients’ clinical records to ensure documentation and performance compliance
Must be able to maintain current, overflow, and discharged record filing systems
Must understand and apply LTC payment systems, including Medicare
Must be able to effectively communicate with physicians, nursing staff, and allied health personnel
Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
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