Medical Records Specialist at Georgia Eye Institute of the Southeast LLC

, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electronic Health Records (EHR), Practice Management Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, HIPAA Compliance, Data Entry, Medical Record Auditing, Patient Record Management, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Payment Posting, Time Management, Collaboration, Attention To Detail

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description Title: Medical Records Specialist Location: Richmond Hill, GA (Remote hybrid) Status/schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday Key Responsibilities: Maintain, organize, and update patient health records in electronic and/or paper format. Ensure compliance with HIPAA and state/federal guidelines regarding the release and retention of medical information. Process incoming requests for medical records from patients, providers, insurance companies, and legal entities in a timely and professional manner. Audit records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with healthcare documentation standards. Scan, index, and route documents appropriately within the electronic medical records (EMR) system. Assist with chart corrections, merges, and data integrity tasks as directed. Track and monitor record requests, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution. Collaborate with providers, billing, and administrative staff to support operational efficiency. Participate in quality improvement activities and department projects. Maintain confidentiality and safeguard all patient and organizational information. Requirements Education: High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in health information management or related field preferred. Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in in medical records or health information management in a healthcare setting. Skills and Qualifications: Proficiency in practice management software, electronic health records (EHR), and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams). Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and payment posting. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies and issues related to payment posting. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with other departments.

Responsibilities

Maintain and organize patient health records while ensuring strict compliance with HIPAA and healthcare documentation standards. Process medical record requests from various entities and collaborate with staff to support operational efficiency.