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Medical Records LTC/Nursing Home Experience PreferredPOSITION SUMMARYThe Medical Records Coordinator is responsible for maintaining medical records in accordance with Federal, State and corporate guidelines, policies and procedures. Position reports to the Administrator.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at the 8th Grade LevelAssist in organizing, planning and directing the medical records department in accordance with established policies and proceduresFiles information both manually and electronically into resident's chartsConduct and document regular reviews of active and discharged medical records to determine quality, accuracy and completeness of contentsNotify staff involved of incomplete records via the established delinquency/deficiency system and/or quality improvement processActively participate in the facility quality improvement processSafeguard medical records information against loss, destruction or unauthorized accessEstablish and maintain compliance with recognized system for filing and accessing medical recordsRequests approval for medical records requests and responds as directed. Maintains a log of all requestsThin charts per policy and place in active filesAttend and participate in facility meetings, as requestedAssist in the preparation for and participate in regulatory compliance surveysFrequently lift and/or move weight in excess of twenty-five poundsPerform other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)Working knowledge of federal, state and local regulations pertaining to medical records functionsExcellent organization, interpersonal and communication skillsProficient in a variety of computer programs