Clinical Records Technician (190260)
Madison, WI 
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Posted 52 months ago
Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
We have an opening for a Clinical Records Technician in our Records program! The Clinical Records Technician works closely with the supervisor and other members of the Records team to ensure an accurate and timely response relating to: the initiation of clinical records, scanning of clinical information, records maintenance and retrieval, records retention and destruction, requests for release of clinical information, and other duties involved in maintaining clinical information in the JMHC Records Room and clinical record storage facility. All clinical records responsibilities are performed in compliance with relevant statutes, standards, policies and procedures relating to the confidentiality of mental health and SUD treatment records.

Journey Mental Health Center (JMHC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the agency's belief that staff diversity and cultural humility are the foundation for services, which are accessible, effective, and relevant to the diverse needs of our consumers. 
 
It is important that we choose employees that reflect our mission, vision and values, thus our selection process is thorough and sometimes longer than other employers.
 
Thank you in advance for providing us with complete and accurate application materials and for your patience when waiting to hear from us. 
 
Though you may have excellent experience, strong work ethic and passion for recovery, due to our funding contractual agreements, candidates we hire must meet the Essential Qualifications specified in the job postings in order to be offered an interview. Please review the qualifications carefully. We wouldn’t want you to put effort into your application materials if you don’t meet the essential qualifications.
 
You can read about the many benefits of working at JMHC on our careers page.

FOLLOWING IS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The Clinical Records Technician reports directly to the Clinical Records Supervisor with overall program supervision provided by the Director. 

QUALIFICATIONS:
ESSENTIAL 
  • Relevant medical/clinical records experience
  • Knowledge of confidentiality laws governing medical/clinical records
  • Knowledge of medical/clinical records and electronic health records
  • Good judgment, organization, and high degree of accuracy
  • Ability to work well independently, as a team member, and under pressure
  • Commitment to achieving cultural diversity and inclusion
  • Computer Proficiency 
Typical Physical Demands
Requires sitting, standing, light lifting, bending and reaching; and the ability to use and operate standard office equipment including computer, calculator, telephone, printer, cell phone, facsimile, etc.

PREFERRED
  • Bilingual capability (English/Spanish or English/Hmong)
  • Mail processing experience
  • Possession of a valid driver's license, a favorable driving record, adequate insurance (per WI law), and access to a vehicle with willingness to use for work 
RESPONSIBILITIES: 
A. Teamwork
  1. Participate in team decision making
  2. Assist in daily priority setting of tasks
  3. Assist in training of personnel
  4. Work closely with Records supervisor and Organization Support Manage on Records Retention/Destruction projects
B. Records Systems
  1. Assist staff with clinical records
  2. Retrieve and re-shelve paper records (as needed)
  3. Scan and file consumer information
  4. Maintain and ensure the protection of sequestered records
  5. Assist in chart audits and reviews
  6. Assist in systems for storage of active and inactive clinical records
  7. Assist in special projects
  8. Identify retention and destruction of clinical hard copy records and microfiche
C. Release of Information
  1. Respond to questions regarding confidentiality and the process for release of information
  2. Process requests
The above statements are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list, but are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this employee.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
Immediate
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
Generally First Shift
Salary and Benefits
$14.68 - $16.88 per hour
Generous Paid Time Off!
Required Education
Open
Required Experience
Open
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