Medical Records Director

Pine Ridge Post Acute is looking for a compassionate and dependable Medical Records Director to join our exceptional care team! Why Join Pine Ridge Post Acute? Competitive pay: $26-$37/hour based on experience A supportive and team-oriented environment Opportunities for growth and development Make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents POSITION SUMMARY The Medical Records Coordinator is responsible for the maintenance of resident health records and history in compliance with state and federal requirements (including HIPAA) and in partnership with the clinical leadership team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Prepares clinical record for admission by collecting information from nursing staff, physicians, and other sources and updates records pertaining to quality resident care in accordance with state and federal regulations and guidance. 2. Completes state-specific daily and monthly Medical Records task lists. 3. Ensures monthly physician recaps are reviewed in accordance with Pine Ridge policy and procedure. 4. Prepares monthly flow sheets and submits to Nursing Department for review. 5. Monitors and audits records for completeness and accuracy in accordance with Pine Ridge policy and state/federal regulations. 6. Prepares and submits audit reports in the appropriate format to the Administrator, Director of Nursing Services, and other department leaders as necessary. 7. Processes and files incoming and outgoing mail from physicians, hospitals, agencies, and other health care entities. 8. Receives and coordinates the response to requests for clinical records from third party entities in partnership with corporate legal and clinical teams. 9. Processes and maintains discharge and transfer records according to Pine Ridge policy and state/federal regulation. 10. Identifies, creates, records, and maintains an index of resident diagnostic codes and diagnostic sheets. 11. Participates in clinical review meetings as required per Pine Ridge policy and procedure. 12. Participates and attends training sessions, in-service meetings, and other staff meetings as requested. 13. Maintains an organized and secure workspace for the efficient processing and retention of resident records. 14. Maintains in-depth knowledge of medical records and stays apprised with industry changes regarding medical coding and documentation best practices. 15. Performs other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Minimum of 1 year experience working in medical records, preferably in skilled nursing or similar experience. Strong attention to detail. Knowledge of medical coding and Electronic Health Records (EHR). EDUCATION Associate's degree or equivalent knowledge and skills obtained through a combination of education, training, and experience. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position generally does not have supervisory responsibilities. In some locations, the Medical Records Coordinator may supervise a Medical Records Assistant. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing, with personnel at all levels of the organization, residents and their families, and members of the community. Ability to read and interpret documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to maintain, understand, and review all reports and records. REASONING ABILITY Ability to accurately assess, troubleshoot, and problem-solve needs and evaluate results Summary of Benefits: We are proud to offer our staff low monthly premium payments for employees and dependents will be as follows: Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) plan with employer match Generous paid time off for vacation accruing at 4 hours a month, 48 FT or 40 PT annually recurring sick day hours prorated based on hire date, and 7 paid Holidays each year. If you're ready to be part of a team that values you and the work you do, apply today! Pine Ridge Post Acute is excited to welcome you to our family. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.