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Full Time 40 hours Range URG 103 OBGYN Admin-SMH

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY :

Reviews reports on diseases and surgery and codes in accordance with acceptable classifications; prepares statistical reports; maintains indexes and related files.

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION RECEIVED :

Under the direction of department manager or other designated authority.

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED :

May coordinate work of lower-classified clerical staff.

MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED :

Typewriter, CRT terminal and other standard office machines.

TYPICAL DUTIES :

1. Reviews reports on diseases and surgery from in-house patient files and/or from other hospitals; according to recognized classification systems, codes and indexes diseases, surgery, treatments and final diagnosis.
2. Prepares code sheets for computer processing; maintains computerized indexes according to established procedures.
3. Locates and retrieves missing information required for discharge coding; receives requests for medical information, providing assistance or routing to appropriate department or person.
4. Prepares statistical reports; coordinates the distribution to appropriate personnel.
5. Maintains related files, such as indexes, logs, charts, etc.; coordinates the work of lower-classified clerical staff as required.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• 2 years of post High School courses with emphasis in Data Processing or Medical Terminology, accreditation as Medical Record Technician
• 1-2 years related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

NOTE: This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit management from assigning other work as required.

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How To Apply

All applicants must apply online.

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Pay Range

Pay Range: $ 16.92 - $ 23.69 Hourly

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.