Medical Records Technician at ATHENA Consulting

Overview Of Athena

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

Position Summary

We are currently recruiting for a Medical Records Technician to be assigned at The Arrigan Rehabilitation Center. This part-time position pays $17.99/hr, and is located in Providence, RI.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for maintaining accurate, organized, and confidential patient health information in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Supports the clinical and administrative teams by ensuring timely access to documentation that is essential for coordinated, multidisciplinary patient care.
• Maintain and Update Patient Records Organize, review, and update patient charts and electronic health records (EHR) to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Arrigan Center standards.
• Process Requests for Information Manage internal and external requests for medical records, ensuring all releases comply with HIPAA, Rhode Island Workers’ Compensation requirements, and Arrigan Center policies.
• Data Entry and Documentation Accurately enter patient demographics, treatment notes, and provider documentation into the EHR system.
• Quality Assurance Audit records for missing, incomplete, or inconsistent information and follow up with clinical staff as needed to maintain high-quality documentation.
• Record Retrieval and Filing Retrieve, file, and archive patient records in accordance with organizational retention schedules and regulatory guidelines.
• Release of Information (ROI) Verify authorizations, prepare records for release, and document all disclosures in compliance with privacy regulations.
• Support Multidisciplinary Operations Assist PCCs, Behavioral Health, PT/OT, Vocational Services, and administrative staff by providing timely access to patient information needed for treatment planning, discharge coordination, and case management.
• Compliance and Confidentiality Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient information and adhere to HIPAA, state regulations, and Arrigan Center policies at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA regulations, and healthcare documentation standards.
• Familiarity with release-of-information processes and Rhode Island medical record regulations, preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary rehabilitation environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and be flexible.
• Highly motivated.
  
  

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Associate degree in Health Information Technology or related field, preferred.
• Prior experience working with electronic health record systems, preferred.
• Experience in rehabilitation, outpatient, or workers’ compensation setting, preferred.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Working hours M-F, 8:00am-3 :30pm.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
  
  

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
• You like to make your employer look good.
• You find solutions, where others only see problems.
• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
• You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.
  
  

The benefits of working for ATHENA include:

• Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance available for full- time employment
• Health Savings Account
• Pet insurance.
• 401k with a generous employer match.
• ATHENA paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee.
• Additional Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee, spouses, and children.
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.
• Sick leave varies by state – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.
  
  

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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