Accredited Records Technician Jobs in Florida

Job Title: Medical Records ROI Specialist Company: Location: Gainesville, FL Description: HealthPort, a one-source healthcare solutions provider, is seeking qualified candidates for our Medical Records ROI Specialist position located at a local healthcare facility in Gainesville, FL. This position Monday through Friday; 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, 40 hours per week. This position is responsible for processing all release of information requests in a timely and efficient manner ensuring accuracy and providing customers with the highest quality product and customer service. Associate must at all times safeguard and protect the patient?s right to privacy by ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to the patient?s medical information and that all releases of information are in compliance with the request, authorization, company policy and HIPAA regulations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Receives incoming requests including opening mail, assisting walk-ins and telephone inquiries, and retrieving facsimile inquiries. Date stamps all requests and highlights pertinent data to facilitate processing. Validates requests and authorizations for release of medical information according to established procedures. Completes release of information requests including retrieving patient?s medical chart and returning chart, copying/scanning medical record accurately and correctly, according to requests, established procedures, and established standards of quality and productivity; and mails copies or electronically delivers medical record. Performs quality checks on all work to assure accuracy of the release, confidentiality, and proper invoicing. Maintain equipment in excellent operating condition (inside and out) and troubleshoot equipment issues with assistance from the Help Desk department. Provides excellent customer service by being attentive and respectful; insures understanding of customer request and follows-through as promised; and being proactive in identifying client concerns, or problems. Maintains a neat, clean, and professional personal appearance and observes the dress code established. Maintains a clean and orderly work area, insures that records and files are properly stored before leaving area, insures adequate supplies to meet customer requests. Maintains working knowledge of the existing state laws and fee structure Complete and send in SWAR weekly activity reports at the end of each payroll cutoff Notify District Manager if unable to adhere to daily schedule Works within scope of position and direction; willingly accepts assignments and is available to take on additional facilities or help out during backlogs Carries out responsibilities in accordance with HealthPort and client/site policies and procedures, including HIPAA, state/federal regulations related to operations, and labor regulations. Maintains confidentiality, security and standards of ethics with all HealthPort and medical records information including during transport, storage and disposal. Work with privileged information in a conscientious manner while releasing medical records in an efficient, effective, and accurate manner. Performs other tasks as assigned including but not limited to the requirement to work at facilities in close proximity to your principal place of business as directed by the Service Specialist, Area Manager or District Manager when business needs dictate. Desired Minimum Qualifications: Prior experience in a medical office or medical records department Must have strong computer software experience ? general working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required Excellent organizational skills a must Must be able to type 50 wpm Must be able to use fax, copier, microfilm machine Must be willing to learn new equipment and processes quickly Must be self-motivated, a team player Must have proven customer satisfaction skills Must be able to multi-task Education: High School Diploma (GED) required A minimum of an Associates? Degree in medical records billing/coding desired HOW TO APPLY: Visit http://www.HealthPort.com/careers to complete an application. No soliciting from staffing agencies or employment firms.

Job Title: Supervisory Medical Records Technician Job in EGLIN AFB, FL Company: Federal Government Jobs Location: Eglin AFB, FL Description: Supervisory Medical Records Technician Job in EGLIN AFB, FL Vacancy No. WR-E330751 Department Air Force Personnel Center Salary $42,960.00 to $55,844.00 Grade 08 to 08 Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time Open Date 3/18/2010 Close Date 3/25/2010 Job Link Who may apply Status Candidates Locations: ( Help make everyone's job search easier! Report incorrect job locations. Include a new Location) EGLIN AFB, FL remove Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully) Job Title: SUPERVISORY MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNICIAN Department: Department Of The Air Force Agency: Air Force Personnel Center Job Announcement Number: WR-E330751 Salary Range: 42,960.00 - 55,844.00 USD /year Series & Grade: GS-0675-08 Promotion Potential: 08 Open Period: Thursday, March 18, 2010 to Thursday, March 25, 2010 Position Information: Full Time Career/Career Conditional Duty Locations: 1 vacancy - Eglin AFB, FL Who May Be Considered: Status Candidates (Merit Promotion Eligibles) Job Summary: The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win…in air, space and cyberspace. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. This Announcement May Result In A 90-Day Register That May Be Used To Fill Like Vacancies For 90 Days From The Closing Date.  Applicants May Be Referred For Consideration As Vacancies Occur. This Announcement Is A Non-Competitive External Announcement Open To Applicants With The Appointment Eligibilities Listed Under The "Qualifications" Tab Of This Announcement. Key Requirements: U.S. Citizenship Required Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid Major Duties: The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Supervisor, Medical Release section with the Outpatient Records Department, 96th Medical Group. The Medical Release Section is responsible for maintaining, securing and releasing patient medical information for active duty military, retired military, military dependents and federal civilians employed at Eglin AFB in accordance with established Air Force Instructions, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and regulatory requirements. This position will assume full range medical records administrator duties in the absence of the Director, Outpatient Records Department. Qualifications: THE FOLLOWING ARE EXTERNAL ELIGIBILITIES FOR NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS BEING CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.  If you do not have at least one of these eligibilities you will be found ineligible. Current Permanent DoD Employees (Excluding Air Force) - Current career or career-conditional DoD Employees (Army, Navy, Marines, DLA, DFAS, DoDEA):  http://www.usajobs.gov/EI5.asp Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): http://www.usajobs.gov/EI52.asp Transfer (Current Permanent Non-DoD career or career-conditional employees): http://www.usajobs.gov/EI5.asp Reinstatement: http://www.usajobs.gov/EI2.asp Appointment of Certain Military Spouses:  Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):  http://www.usajobs.gov/EI32.asp **AFPC is not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or fail to list** QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: You must meet one of the following basic qualification requirements: A. Specialized Experience:  At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 or equivalent in other pay systems.  Experience pertains to maintaining, securing and releasing patient medical information for active duty military, retired military, military dependents and federal civilians in accordance with established Air Force Instructions, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and regulatory requirements. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Recruitment Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA): Thorough and comprehensive knowledge of an intensive body of well-established rules, procedures, regulations, principles and operations covering patient medical records, there required contents, establishment and maintenance of special registries, documentation of incidents and diagnostic coding requirements and procedures. Thorough and knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy, surgical and medical procedures and major disease processes. Knowledge of various office automation software programs, tools and techniques to support office operations and produce variety of documents such as letters, reports spreadsheets, databases and graphs. Skill in gathering required data and preparing related reports. Knowledge to quality assurance regulations and procedures and thorough understanding of the program. Ability to analyze medical records, apply appropriate codes, collect and organize pertinent data for special purpose studies, determine medical and legal sufficiency of the record, and determine eligibility for release of information. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment. ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims.  Unless otherwise stated, unofficial transcripts on college letterhead are acceptable. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications, particularly positions with a positive education requirement. Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html.  All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements. You must show proof that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: ·         Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft. ·         It is desirable that the incumbent have a minimum of three years experience in a medical release department within the last five years. ·         It is desirable that the incumbent possess three years of supervisory experience in an Outpatient Medical Records Department within the last five years. The employee may be subjected to random drug testing Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holi

Job Title: Medical Records ROI Specialist Company: Location: Fort Myers, FL Description: HealthPort, a one-source healthcare solutions provider, is currently seeking qualified professionals for a Service Specialist position to assist in the training and supervision medical records staff at hospital facilities and medical clinics in Fort Myers, FL. The Service Specialist is responsible traveling to their assigned sites to assist in training and supervising medical records associates that are processing release of information requests. This position focuses on making sure medical records associates are trained to process medical records requests in a timely and efficient manner while ensuring accuracy and providing customers with the highest quality product and customer service. The hired associate must at all times safeguard and protect the patient?s right to privacy by ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to the patient?s medical information and that all releases of information are in compliance with the request, authorization, company policy and HIPAA regulations. This full time position averages 40 hours per week, Monday ? Friday 8am-5pm. Travel is required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Handles assigned site(s) duties and coordinates on-site Release of Information Specialists activities for HealthPort via direction from District Manager or Area Manager. Main ?Point of Contact? for HIM Manager/Customer when daily issues arise. Attend facility meetings as required and review outcomes and any resulting action items with DM or AM before implementing. Performs quality checks on all work to assure accuracy of the release, confidentiality, and proper invoicing. Maintain equipment in excellent operating condition (inside and out) and troubleshoot equipment issues with assistance from the Help Desk department. Provides excellent customer service by being attentive and respectful; insures understanding of customer request and follows-through as promised; and being proactive in identifying client concerns, or problems. Helps resolve customer service matters in a polite manner Assists DM or AM with training any new Release of Information Specialists at their assigned site or other sites in the area. Develops and displays expertise in all HealthPort and customer software applications and other products as necessary. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with HealthPort and client/site policies and procedures, including HIPAA, state/federal regulations related to operations, and labor regulations. Maintains confidentiality, security and standards of ethics with all HealthPort and medical records information including during transport, storage and disposal. Work with privileged information in a conscientious manner while releasing medical records in an efficient, effective, and accurate manner. Provides coverage for on-site Release of Information Specialists in the event of backlogs, illness, vacation, or leave of absence. Complete and send in SS weekly activity reports at the end of each payroll cutoff Displays a strong and exacting attention to detail Ability to perform all Release of Information Functions at assigned site: § Ability to effectively use facility Information Systems § Support Requestor/Patient activities including phone support and in-person § Insures accurate and timely Retrieval and Release of Health Information § Insures accurate and timely reproduction and imagining of Health Information through HealthPort systems, scanners, fax, etc. § Insures transactions are appropriately documented and all transactions at site are completed thoroughly, timely and accurately Coordinates special projects and tasks as assigned by the Operations Director Desired Minimum Qualifications: Previous medical records experience ? preferably dealing with Release of Information Previous supervisory and or lead experience in a medical environment Must have strong computer software experience ? general working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Must be self motivated, a team player Must be able demonstrate effective customer service skills and achieve high customer satisfaction Must be able to effectively multi-task Strong analytical skills desired Ability to generate ideas to make existing processes more efficient Able to adhere to travel schedule required for the position Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance Education and Experience: High School Diploma (GED) required Prior experience in a medical office or medical records department A minimum of an Associates? Degree in medical records billing/coding desired HOW TO APPLY: Visit http://www.HealthPort.com/careers to complete an application. Please respect that we do not accept solicitations from staffing firms or employment agencies.

Job Title: Medical records technician Company: Location: Ocala, FL Description: Large Regional Hospital seeking for; Medical records technician. Employee must be very precise and responsible for office/clerical duties, maintance of patient medical records making sure records are completed and signed by medical staff. File and organize all medical records of the department. Pay rate - $11-$14/hr. DOE. excellente benefit package For immediate consideration, apply now online

Job Title: Medical Records Technician Job in GAINESVILLE, FL Company: Federal Government Jobs Location: Gainesville, FL Description: Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully) Department:Department Of Veterans AffairsAgency:Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationJob Announcement Number:10-108-JKJob Title:Medical Records TechnicianSalary Range:27,990.00 - 55,844.00 USD /yearSeries & Grade:GS-0675-04/08Promotion Potential:08Open Period:Thursday, January 21, 2010 to Monday, May 31, 2010Position Information:Full-Time PermanentDuty Locations:1 vacancy - Gainesville, FL Who May Be Considered:Applications will be accepted from US Citizens, from current and former competitive service Federal employees, and people eligible under special hiring authorities.Job Summary: One Vacancy/Permanent/Full-Time Positions            Tour of Duty:  Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.          Duty Location:  Gainesville Division          Clinic of Jurisdiction, Chief of Staff Office First Cutoff:  02/09/2010                         Additional cutoffs will be          made approximately every                                     two weeks DUTIES INCLUDE:  Incumbent serves as a Medical Record Technician Coder (MRT)  within the Clinic of Jurisdiction/Fee Services Section of  the Chief of Staff Service, North Florida/South Georgia Veteran Health System.    At  the  full  performance level, the incumbent  is responsible for performing  retrospective  review of  medical  records of veterans treated by  non-VA  providers in medical centers, ambulatory surgical centers, doctors' offices,  Emergency Rooms, etc., involving a wide range of  sub-specialties in addition to general medicine, surgical and psychiatry services.  Performs inpatient  ICD-9 CM coding and outpatient CPT (current Procedural Terminology) coding where assigned.  THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.  CLICK AT THE TABS AT THE TOP FOR MORE INFORMATION.Major Duties: Incumbent serves as a Medical Record Technician Coder (MRT)  within the Clinic of Jurisdiction/Fee Services Section of  the Chief of Staff Service, North Florida/South Georgia Veteran Health System.    At  the  full  performance level, the incumbent  is responsible for performing  retrospective  review of  medical  records of veterans treated by  non-VA  providers in medical centers, ambulatory surgical centers, doctors' offices,  Emergency Rooms, etc., involving a wide range of  sub-specialties in addition to general medicine, surgical and psychiatry services.  The NFSGVHS currently  consists of  two medical center divisions, three satellite outpatient clinics and five community based outpatient clinics.  Knowledge of  Fee Services VISTA applications, and NFSGVHS's electronic medical record (CPRS) is preferred. The incumbent perform qualitative and quantitative analysis on billing invoices and medical records for inpatient services provided in non-VA hospitals and for outpatient services performed by various fee basis contractors/providers.  Performs inpatient  ICD-9 CM coding and outpatient CPT (current Procedural Terminology) coding where assigned.  Concurrent coding will be performed as necessary.  Retrospective coding will be assigned/accomplished as needed.  Review CPT codes assigned to operative reports and invoices for outpatient  services for accuracy.  Determines correlation or lack  of correlation between a given CPT code and  patient's  service connected  conditions(s).  Ensures  that  the medical  record/documentation contains sufficient information to warrant diagnoses, operations and  procedures, and to justify treatment and follow-up.  CERTIFICATION IS HIGHLY PREFERRED.Qualifications: Candidates must be citizens of the United States.  Basic Requirements for GS-4 level: (1) Experience.  Two years of experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work, or provides familiarity with the work.  Six months of the required 2 years of experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics (KSAs) needed to perform MRT work, OR (2)  Education.  Successful completion of an associate's degree with a major field of study in medical record technology/health information technology which was accredited by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) at the time the program was completed, OR (3)  Experience/Education Combination.  Equivalent combinations of experience and education are qualifying.  The following educational/training substitutions are appropriate in this provision for combining education and experience: (a)  Successful completion of an associate's degree in a field of study other than medical records/health information will substitute for 18 months of the required experience, (b)  Successful completion of a course for medical technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or hospital training, obtained in a training program given by the Armed Forces or the U.S. Maritime Service under close medical and professional supervision, may be substituted on a month-for-month basis for up to 1 year of experience, (c)  Successful completion of a post-high school course of study in medical record technology, which includes courses in anatomy, physiology, and medical record techniques and procedures, may substitute on a month-for-month basis for up to 1 year of experience, (d)  Successful completion of post-high school courses for medical administrative personnel, obtained in a closely supervised training program given by the Armed Forces, may be substituted for experience on a month-for-month basis for up to 6 months provided the training program included courses in anatomy, physiology, and medical record techniques and procedures. For GS-5 level:  (a) Experience.  In addition to the basic requirements, at least 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level, OR (b) Education.  Successful completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major field of study in medical record technology/health information technology or a related degree with courses related to medical record technology sufficient to evidence the core competencies identified.  For GS-6 level:  One year of experience at the next lower level.  For the GS-7 level:  One year of experience at the next lower level.  For the GS-8 level:  One year of experience at the next lower level.  GENERAL EXPERIENCE is experience that has provided (a) knowledge of clerical procedures that would be helpful in developing skill in medical record technician work or (b) background knowledge of the medical environment or hospital procedures.  SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE must have included the analysis of medical records for completeness, consistency and compliance with requirements.  The required amount of experience and education will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The candidate's record of experience and education must demonstrate that the candidate possesses the ability to perform the duties of the position.  ART/RRA/CCS credentials preferable.  APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE:  Education  must  be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.)  Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.  Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website:  http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html  All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.  Applicants need to submit copies of all credentials with their application.  College transcripts must also be submitted if using education to qualify.  You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.How You Will Be Evaluated:

Job Title: Medical Records Tech / Admin Clerk Company: Location: Tallahassee, FL Description: Medical Records Technician / Administrative Clerk needed for the Marianna, FL area. Work will be performed in the medical facility at a medium security Federal Corrections Facility under the direction of medical staff. REQUIREMENTS: Must have HS Diploma or GED, pass a criminal background check and drug screen. Must have 1 or more years experience in Medical Records, strong computer and organizational skills, and basic procedure Coding knowledge. DUTIES: Perform medical records filing, maintenance, distribution, basic coding, file updates, and administrative duties such as scheduling. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 2pm with a 30 minute lunch break (30 Hrs per week, six hours per day). Starting pay is $13.74/hr. Benefits include health insurance, 10 paid holidays, and two weeks of vacation pay after 1 year of service. Email your resume/qualifications for immediate and confidential consideration to: Register to View -governmentsolutions.com

Job Title: Medical Records Technician Company: Location: Orlando, fl Description: Hospital is in need of full and part time Medical Records Technicians. Tech's are responsible for clerical tasks relative to the maintenance & completion of medical records. Pay rate: $11-14/hr DOE • Location: Orlando • Post ID: 2715011

Job Title: Medical Records Technician Health Information Management Section Job in GAINESVILLE, FL Company: Federal Government Jobs Location: Gainesville, FL Description: Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully) Department:Department Of Veterans AffairsAgency:Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationJob Announcement Number:09-561-JKJob Title:Medical Records Technician (Health Information Management Section)Salary Range:27,504.00 - 40,005.00 USD /yearSeries & Grade:GS-0675-04/05Promotion Potential:05Open Period:Wednesday, October 28, 2009 to Wednesday, March 31, 2010Position Information:Full-Time PermanentDuty Locations:1 vacancy - Gainesville, FL Who May Be Considered:Applications will be accepted from US Citizens, from current and former competitive service Federal employees, and people eligible under special hiring authorities.Job Summary: One Vacancy/Permanent/Full-Time Position Tour of Duty:  Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Duty Location:  Gainesville Division MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION SERVICE Health Information Management Section DUTIES INCLUDE:  The incumbent serves as a Release of Information (ROI) Clerk within the Health Information Management Section (HIMS) of MAS.                Maintains confidentiality of all records and documents regarding patients.  Determines validity of incoming requests for Individually Identifiable Health Information (IIHI).  Tracks receipt and completion of requests for IIHI to ensure accurate accountings of disclosure are maintained.  Extracts IIHI from electronic and paper record systems.  Provides timely responses to all requests for IIHI from requestors such as veterans, attorneys, insurance companies, other government agencies, and other third parties.  Ensures accurate and secure disclosure of IIHI when made through personal contacts, mail delivery, and/or telephone/telefax communications.  THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.Major Duties: The incumbent serves as a Release of Information (ROI) Clerk within the Health Information Management Section (HIMS) of MAS.                Maintains confidentiality of all records and documents regarding patients.  Determines validity of incoming requests for Individually Identifiable Health Information (IIHI).  Tracks receipt and completion of requests for IIHI to ensure accurate accountings of disclosure are maintained.  Extracts IIHI from electronic and paper record systems.  Provides timely responses to all requests for IIHI from requestors such as veterans, attorneys, insurance companies, other government agencies, and other third parties.  Ensures accurate and secure disclosure of IIHI when made through personal contacts, mail delivery, and/or telephone/telefax communications.  Recognizes and processes 38 U.S.C. 7332 protected health information appropriately.  Follows appropriate health information management practices when working with the Consolidated Health Record (CHR).  Determines appropriate fees for information to be released and processes checks when received.  Corresponds with professional staff to ensure completion of forms for VA and non-VA purposes.  Abstracts, correlates, and forwards requested medical records to various Veterans Benefit Administration Regional Offices to assist them in the adjudication of their cases.Qualifications: Candidates must be citizens of the United States.  Basic Requirements for GS-4 level: (1) Experience.  Two years of experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work, or provides familiarity with the work.  Six months of the required 2 years of experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics (KSAs) needed to perform MRT work, OR (2)  Education.  Successful completion of an associate's degree with a major field of study in medical record technology/health information technology which was accredited by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) at the time the program was completed, OR (3)  Experience/Education Combination.  Equivalent combinations of experience and education are qualifying.  The following educational/training substitutions are appropriate in this provision for combining education and experience: (a)  Successful completion of an associate's degree in a field of study other than medical records/health information will substitute for 18 months of the required experience, (b)  Successful completion of a course for medical technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or hospital training, obtained in a training program given by the Armed Forces or the U.S. Maritime Service under close medical and professional supervision, may be substituted on a month-for-month basis for up to 1 year of experience, (c)  Successful completion of a post-high school course of study in medical record technology, which includes courses in anatomy, physiology, and medical record techniques and procedures, may substitute on a month-for-month basis for up to 1 year of experience, (d)  Successful completion of post-high school courses for medical administrative personnel, obtained in a closely supervised training program given by the Armed Forces, may be substituted for experience on a month-for-month basis for up to 6 months provided the training program included courses in anatomy, physiology, and medical record techniques and procedures. For GS-5 level:  (a) Experience.  In addition to the basic requirements, at least 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level, OR (b) Education.  Successful completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major field of study in medical record technology/health information technology or a related degree with courses related to medical record technology sufficient to evidence the core competencies identified.  GENERAL EXPERIENCE is experience that has provided (a) knowledge of clerical procedures that would be helpful in developing skill in medical record technician work or (b) background knowledge of the medical environment or hospital procedures.  SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE must have included the analysis of medical records for completeness, consistency and compliance with requirements.  The required amount of experience and education will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The candidate's record of experience and education must demonstrate that the candidate possesses the ability to perform the duties of the position.  ART/RRA/CCS credentials preferable.  APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE:  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.)  Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.  Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website:  http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html  Al l education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.  Applicants need to submit copies of all credentials with their application.  College transcripts must also be submitted if using education to qualify.  You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.How You Will Be Evaluated: You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required; and on the extent to which your application shows that you possess the knowledges, skills, and abilities associated with this position as defined below. When describing your knowledges, skills, and abilities, please be sure to give examples and explain how often you used these skills, the complexity of the knowledge you possessed, the level of the people you interacted with, the sensitivity of the issues you handled, etc. 1.        Knowledge of Federal laws, VA Directives and medical center policy memorandums regulating the release of information (copies of medical records). 2.        Knowledge of the internal organization and content of patien

Job Title: Medical Records Technician Company: Location: Panama City, FL Description: MAJOR DUTIES The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPAA) privacy officer performing assignments designed to further develop applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques. Assists in the identification, implementation and maintenance of organization privacy policies and procedures. Establishes and maintains all registry files IAW the American College of Surgeons for Accreditation of Hospitals. Utilizes the computer to initiate projects to review medical records and registry information. Advises medical staff on medical records procedures and guidelines pertaining to HIPAA requirements.

Job Title: Medical Records Technician Job in PANAMA CITY, FL Company: Federal Government Jobs Location: Panama City, FL Description: Medical Records Technician Job in PANAMA CITY, FL Vacancy No. AFPC Register to View 49-OPM Department Air Force Personnel Center Salary $34,907.00 to $45,376.00 Grade 06 to 06 Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Full-time Open Date 3/16/2010 Close Date 3/30/2010 Job Link Who may apply Status Candidates Locations: ( Help make everyone's job search easier! Report incorrect job locations. Include a new Location) PANAMA CITY, FL remove Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully) Job Title: Medical Records Technician Department: Department Of The Air Force Agency: Air Force Personnel Center Job Announcement Number: AFPC Register to View 49-OPM Salary Range: 34,907.00 - 45,376.00 USD /year Series & Grade: GS-0675-06 Promotion Potential: 06 Open Period: Tuesday, March 16, 2010 to Tuesday, March 30, 2010 Position Information: Full Time Term NTE 30 SEP 2011 Duty Locations: 1 vacancy - Tyndall AFB, FL Who May Be Considered: Status Candidates (Merit Promotion Eligibles) Job Summary: The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win…in air, space and cyberspace. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. This Announcement May Result In A 90-Day Register That May Be Used To Fill Like Vacancies For 90 Days From The Closing Date.  Applicants May Be Referred For Consideration As Vacancies Occur. This Announcement Is A Non-Competitive External Announcement Open To Applicants With The Appointment Eligibilities Listed Under The "Qualifications" Tab Of This Announcement. Key Requirements: U.S. Citizenship Required Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid Major Duties: MAJOR DUTIES The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPAA) privacy officer performing assignments designed to further develop applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques. Assists in the identification, implementation and maintenance of organization privacy policies and procedures. Establishes and maintains all registry files IAW the American College of Surgeons for Accreditation of Hospitals. Utilizes the computer to initiate projects to review medical records and registry information. Advises medical staff on medical records procedures and guidelines pertaining to HIPAA requirements. Qualifications: THE FOLLOWING ARE EXTERNAL ELIGIBILITIES FOR NON-COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS BEING CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.  If you do not have at least one of these eligibilities you will be found ineligible.  Please ensure you submit the required documents to prove your eligibility for these non-competitive appointments. Current Permanent DoD Employees (Excluding Air Force) - Current career or career-conditional DoD Employees (Army, Navy, Marines, DLA, DFAS, DoDEA):  http://www.usajobs.gov/EI5.asp 30% Disabled Veterans: http://www.usajobs.gov/EI4.asp Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): http://www.usajobs.gov/EI52.asp Veterans' Recruitment Appointment (VRA): http://www.usajobs.gov/EI4.asp Transfer (Current Permanent Non-DoD career or career-conditional employees): http://www.usajobs.gov/EI5.asp Reinstatement: http://www.usajobs.gov/EI2.asp Employment of People with Disabilities: http://www.usajobs.gov/ei11.asp Appointment of Certain Military Spouses:    Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):  http://www.usajobs.gov/EI32.asp Definitions and required documentation for the following eligibilities may be located in our Job kit at the following link:  Definitions and required documentation for the following eligibilities may be located in our Job kit at the following link: Executive Order (EO) 12721 Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS)  NAFI/AAFES  Other Appointment Eligibilities  **AFPC is not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or fail to list** QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: One (1) year specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 grade level. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.   Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for all grade levels and positions for which both education and experience are acceptable. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):  Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1.      Knowledge of an extensive body of well-established rules, procedures, regulations, principles and operations covering the release of patient medical records and the required contents, establishment and maintenance of special registries. 2.       Knowledge of elementary practical medical terminology, human anatomy, surgical and medical procedures and major disease processes. 3.       Skill in gathering required data and preparing related reports. 4.       Ability to use a keyboard; a qualified typist is not required. 5.       Ability to analyze medical records, apply appropriate codes, collect and organize pertinent data for special purpose studies and determine eligibility for release of information. 6. Skill to communicate factual and procedural information clearly, both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS: May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties. How You Will Be Evaluated: Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job.  The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position.  If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.  Please follow all instructions carefully. Benefits: This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.  http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/benefits.asp Other Information: If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.  For more information on veterans’ preference see http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/benefits.asp Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see www.sss.gov ). Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):  For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible see http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp#ictap.  To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 90 or above on the rati