Medical Records Administrator jobs in Las Cruces, NM

Mesilla Valley Hospital has been in operation since 1987, serving those in need of treatment for a variety of psychiatric and substance abuse issues. Mesilla Valley Hospital is a 120-bed facility, providing access to quality behavioral healthcare and substance abuse treatment to residents of New Mexico, West Texas and Arizona. MVH is the leader in providing quality mental health and addiction treatment services. Our commitment to care includes developing integrated delivery systems through partnerships with medical surgical hospitals, community mental health centers, educational institutions, managed care organizations, local health professionals and agencies.

https://mesillavalleyhospital.com/

POSITION SUMMARY: 
The HIM Clerk is responsible for filing dictations and other information in chart. Supply medical staff with required forms and documents. Process admission and discharge folders and face sheets. Retrieve, assemble and analyze and clear medical records accurately and in a timely fashion. Maintain records in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern medical records. Protect medical records from loss or defacement prior to the end of retention periods. Maintain strict confidentiality of all medical records. Perform release of information functions in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern medical records.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:

High school graduate or equivalent required, and additional Medical Records/secretarial training preferred. Experience equivalent in work such as filing, typing (40 wpm) and computer experience using Microsoft applications, i.e. Word/Excel/ Power Point/Outlook preferred.

SKILLS:

1. Knowledge of ICD, IO-CM psychiatric and medical codes is essential.
2. Communicates with people at all levels; maintain strong working relationships with hospital staff, Leadership Team and Providers.
3. Self-starter and works independently; must be able to perform assignments with minimal or no supervision;
4. Organizational skills, efficiently prioritizes and completes assignments to meet necessary deadlines, 5, Works successfully under highly stressful conditions;
5. Uses discretion and makes sound, independent judgments based on scientific and/or ethical principles;
6. Comprehends and communicates oral and written instructions and procedures;
7. Adapts to varying projects and activities on a constant basis;

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Loan Forgiveness Program 

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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