Description

Position Summary:

Reports to the health services administrator. Performs specialized clerical functions in the maintenance of inmate medical records in compliance with MTC Medical and Harris and Tarrant County directives.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain medical records for a variety of purposes, lab work, x-rays, immunizations, cursory, etc.
• Perform other general clerical duties including, but not limited to typing correspondence, form letters, schedules, forms and reports.
• Proofread, copy documents, process incoming and outgoing mail, answer telephone, receive visitors and file.
• Maintain records of services and prepare billing documents submitted to appropriate agencies for facility reimbursement of health care costs.
• Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records; observe applicable HIPAA rules.
• Complete daily audits of medical records to ensure accuracy and quality of documentation and review results for any pattern of deficiencies and communicates these findings to healthcare staff.
• Process requests for medical information from outside hospitals, clinics, physicians and secures pertinent medical information from other sources relative to the treatment of inmates.
• Coordinates notification of transfers to other health service departments, obtain medical records and review records daily for completeness and accuracy prior to transfer. Ensures that all forms are completed and faxed to the appropriate departments/agencies.
• Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
• Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year office experience including word processing or computer data entry experience. Valid driver’s license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.