Medical Records Coordinator
Hood River, OR 
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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 * 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. * Completes state-specific daily and monthly Medical Records task lists. * Ensures monthly physician recaps are reviewed in accordance with Prestige policy and procedure. * Prepares monthly flow sheets and submits to Nursing Department for review. * Monitors and audits records for completeness and accuracy in accordance with Prestige policy and state/federal regulations. * Prepares and submits audit reports in the appropriate format to the Administrator, Director of Nursing Services, and other department leaders as necessary. * Processes and files incoming and outgoing mail from physicians, hospitals, agencies, and other health care entities. * Receives and coordinates the response to requests for clinical records from third party entities in partnership with corporate legal and clinical teams. * Processes and maintains discharge and transfer records according to Prestige policy and state/federal regulation. * Identifies, creates, records, and maintains an index of resident diagnostic codes and diagnostic sheets. * Participates in clinical review meetings as required per Prestige policy and procedure. * Participates and attends training sessions, in-service meetings, and other staff meetings as requested. * Maintains an organized and secure workspace for the efficient processing and retention of resident records. * Maintains in-depth knowledge of medical records and stays apprised with industry changes regarding medical coding and documentation best practices. * Performs other duties as assigned. COMPANY WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES * Demonstrates Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Trust. * Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, residents' families, visitors, and staff. * Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to residents, team members, the department/center/community, and company information and records. * Maintains a safe and secure working environment and practices safe working habits. 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. EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED - At Prestige, it is our promise to personally touch lives every day. It is a philosophy of caring based on our core values of integrity, trust, commitment, and respect, that are at the center of all that we do. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents all of us, coming from different experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Inclusion is the way we treat one another and how we celebrate what makes us different. Prestige is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.:: Hood River Care Center: Hood River Care Center: Located at 729 Henderson Road, in a residential neighborhood nestled among the pear and apple orchard overlooking the beautiful Hood River Valley, the 4-Star 100-bed Hood River Care Center is an award-winning skilled nursing facility offering opportunity to continue your healthcare career with the support of great leadership and a team committed to quality care. Under the leadership of Administrator Chanda Farrar, employees of Hood River Care Center take pride in recognition at a national level for their commitment to the health and well-being of their residents and patients. In addition to receiving Overall 4 Stars CMS Quality Rating, Hood River Care Center was recently recognized for the following: * 2020 Tier 1 Certificate of Achievement Quality Initiative Recognition Program - AHCA/NCAL * 2019 National Quality Bronze Award - AHCA/NCAL * 2018-19 Best Nursing Home - U.S. News World Report Who is Prestige Care?: Prestige Care is a family of over 75 skilled nursing + post-acute care centers, as well as assisted living and memory care communities in 8 Western states. We are an organization of over 5,000 team members who serve thousands of residents, where we have the privilege of personally touching their lives every day.: Benefits Beginning January 2023, Prestige is excited to offer a great medical plan with low monthly premiums for Full Time (32 hr+) Oregon Skilled Nursing Center employees and dependents! Oregon SNF Union Employees: * Employee Only: $35/month * Employee Spouse: $70/month * Employee Family: $105/month Oregon SNF Non-Union Employees: * Employee Only: $75/month * Employee Spouse: $200/month * Employee Family: $300/month Our comprehensive benefit package includes: * A choice of health plans - Kaiser Permanente or Regence BlueCross BlueShield * Coverage begins the first of the month after start date * Preventative care covered at 100% /Generic Rx covered at 100%/Office Visit Co-pay $20 * Vision - VSP/Dental - Delta * Employer paid Life and ADD * 401k w/company match * Employee Assistance Program * Paid Time Off Program/Paid holidays * Annual wage increases * Scholarship/Tuition reimbursement * Nursing Assistant students not employed by Prestige Care Full Time outside of their class will not be benefit eligible as they are not considered employees:

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
1+ years
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