Medical Records Technician jobs in Bayonne, NJ

Medical Records Technician abstracts clinical information from medical records and assigns the appropriate ICD or CPT codes using industry-standard coding guidelines. Assigns required DRG (diagnosis-related grouping) codes. Being a Medical Records Technician works with coding databases and software to input and maintain data according to standard procedures. Performs quality audits of work. Additionally, Medical Records Technician maintains and up-to-date knowledge of coding and documentation requirements. Does not require a medical coding certification. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Medical Records Technician works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Medical Records Technician, Medical Records
  • RWJBarnabas Health
  • Jersey, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Job Overview:

    Cross-trained in all areas of the Health Information Management Department: chart quality control, transcription, queries, Analysis/chart deficiencies, prepping, scanning, boxing, birth certificates, death certificate validation, chart correction, audits, suspension process, processing commitment papers and working Epic Queues. Maintains chart quality in both the paper and electronic record. Ensures all operative reports and H&Ps are dictated/available within 24 hours of any surgical procedure. Follows up with physicians regarding query completion. Reconciles deficiency report and updates aging and suspension lists accordingly. Assists and educates all new physicians with regard to medical record completion. Assists HIM Data Analyst with job function. Able to assist with clerical tasks as needed, including, but not limited to: chart assembly, scanning and storage.

    Qualifications:

    Required:

    • High School graduate or equivalent
    • Successful Completion of all Orientation Programs
    • Exceptional communication skills
    • Great attention to detail
    • Collaborative attitude

    Preferred:

    • Minimum of three years clerical experience

    Scheduling Requirements:

    • Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday - Saturday, 8am - 4pm (weekday) and 6am - 2pm (weekend and when assigned for weekday chart pickup).
    • Full Time

    Essential Functions:

    • Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service
    • Adheres to patient rights: provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records
    • Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co-workers and supervisors
    • Listens and communicates effectively
    • Supports teamwork by cooperative problem solving through participation in meetings, projects, etc.
    • Utilizes principles of PDSA in all work situations to assess, measure and improve organizational and department functions
    • Organizes work sets priorities with a minimum of supervision and seeks guidance as appropriate
    • Makes decisions that are timely and consistent with department, objectives, policies and procedures
    • Demonstrates sound judgment; accepts and benefits from constructive criticism
    • Participates in ongoing education as required
    • Ensures receipt of all inpatient/outpatient records with follow up for all missing records
    • Assembles/preps and analyzes medical records per Hospital guidelines for chart order. Records to be assembled by oldest discharge date first
    • Charts are to be scanned/indexed in order, i.e. page one before page 2 etc. Cover batch sheet to be generated and printed and placed on charts
    • Works with providers to resolve and questions or concerns surrounding chart completion/documentation
    • Verifying and correcting date of death
    • Audits/release to Inspector and review and approve
    • Ensures admission assessments are completed within 24 hours and notifies provider
    • Daily creation and distribution of suspension lists/notices including daily OR Booking hold
    • Accurately prepares records for pick-up
    • Monitors and ensures MMF, On-Base and Epic Work Queues are up to date
    • Ensures time corrections and done timely upon receipt
    • Process commitment papers upon receipt
    • Ensures all documents are scanned timely upon receipt
    • Meets and sustains productivity standards
    • Refer all unresolved issues to Operations Manager
    • Verifies patient name, medical record number and patient account numbers on all sheets to ensure correct reports are in correct patient chart and on correct admission
    • Performs other duties as required

    Benefits and Perks:

    At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
    • Dental and Vision Insurance
    • Retirement Plans
    • Short & Long Term Disability
    • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Wellness Programs
    • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
    • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

    Hourly Rate:

    $20.00 per hour

    Let us shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

    Join our team to embark on shaping the future of healthcare!

    Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

    RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

    RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

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Medical Records Technician
  • Advantmed
  • Essex, NJ PART_TIME
  • Advantmed is hiring enthusiastic Medical Records Technicians! This is a great "foot-in-the-door" position for those looking to be involved in the emerging Healthcare & Technology industry.At Advantmed...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Medical Records Technician
  • University Hospital, Newark NJ
  • Newark, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Medical Record Technician (Release of Information) position is foster a high level of customer service by assisting patients and their families, caregivers,...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Medical Records Technician
  • Better Life Partners
  • Short Hills, NJ FULL_TIME
  • At Better Life Partners, we provide what it takes to heal from addiction. Wherever. Whenever. We focus on bringing high-quality, accessible, and value-based effective tech-enabled care to those with A...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Medical Records Technician- Per Diem- Day
  • RWJBarnabas Health
  • Jersey, NJ PER_DIEM
  • You are in demand everywhere...but it pays to come here!If you want to work in a premier hospital that wins awards, nurtures people, and tirelessly strives to advance care, you ll find your match at J...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Medical Records Technician (Quality and Data Analytics )
  • University Hospital, Newark NJ
  • Newark, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Medical Records Technician (HIM Quality and Data Analytics) position is to collect, produce, and distribute daily reports to all areas of Health Information...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Sterile Processing Tech (FT 3P-11P), Central Sterile Supply, Jersey City, NJ
  • RWJ Barnabas
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • Job Overview: Supply JCMC with both sterile and non-sterile products. Qualifications: Required: * A High School diploma ...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Health Technician (Telehealth Clinical)
  • Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • Summary The Telehealth Clinical Technician serves in a generalist role to support and manage Telehealth clinical encount...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Records Technician*
  • The New Jewish Home
  • New York, NY
  • The Clinical Resource Systems Department on the Manhattan campus is seeking a Medical Records Technician to join our tea...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pharmacy Technician>
  • Northwell Health
  • Staten Island, NY
  • Northwell Health - 475 Seaview Avenue [Pharmacy Tech] As a Pharmacy Technician at Northwell Health, you'll: Assist Regis...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nurse LPN 3PM-11PM
  • Sunrise Senior Living
  • Staten Island, NY
  • Overview The LPN Medication Care Manager is responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and services by...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pharmacy Technician
  • ABD RxCare Inc
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Pharmacy Technician to became a part of our team! You will assist in th...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pharmacy Technician
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Staten Island, NY
  • Job Description Assists pharmacist to fill, dispense prescriptions for customers. Assists customers at counter, retrieve...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Radiology Technician-Float Pool
  • Carepoint Health
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • About Us CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey's leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

Bayonne /beɪˈjoʊn/ bay-OWN is a city in Hudson County, New Jersey, United States. Located in the Gateway Region, Bayonne is situated on a peninsula located between Newark Bay to the west, the Kill Van Kull to the south, and New York Bay to the east. As of the 2010 United States Census, the city's population was 63,024, reflecting an increase of 1,182 (+1.9%) from the 61,842 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 398 (+0.6%) from the 61,444 counted in the 1990 Census.[21] Bayonne was originally formed as a township on April 1, 1861, from portions of Bergen Township. Bayonne ...
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Income Estimation for Medical Records Technician jobs
$43,291 to $54,795
Bayonne, New Jersey area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago

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