Medical Records Clerk job summary
A great job description starts with a compelling summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is a good fit.
Example of a Medical Records Clerk job summary
Our nursing and rehabilitation facility is dedicated to providing quality care to our patients, and we are looking for a compassionate and experienced Medical Records Clerk who wants to grow with our company. The successful candidate will be responsible for gathering, processing, and maintaining patient medical records and reporting patient information for health standards. He or she will also ensure medical records are maintained in a manner compliant with ethical, legal and regulatory requirements of the medical services system.
Medical Records Clerk responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organisation and who the employee reports to.
- File laboratory X-ray documents, slips and other information to current chart
- Supply nursing staff with required forms and documents
- Maintain data collection and skills acquisition files
- Protect medical records from loss or defacement prior to the end of retention periods
- Maintain current face sheet for every patient served
- Process admission and discharge records accurately, and in a timely fashion
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all medical records
Medical Records Clerk qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you envision for a successful hire. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- School leaver’s certificate required
- 3+ years’ experience in handling medical records in a licensed medical facility
- ICD-10-CM coding capabilities
- Exceptional organisational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Proficient in computer programs, including Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Knowledge of medical terminology
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