Medical Records Technician
Reporting to the Medical Records Head of Department, the Medical Records Technician will work closely with the staff of the medical records unit of the hospital to organize and manage patients’ health information data both in electronic and digital format. In collaboration with other staff of the unit ensure the paperwork is properly filled out, verify accuracy and accessibility of files.
Responsibilities
- Contributing to improved and cost-effective patient care by creating permanent medical records.
- Display a Christ-like attitude and character towards coworkers and patients.
- Transcribing medical data from doctors’ written or spoken notes, including symptoms, possible diagnoses, prescribed medications, and tests.
- Categorizing conditions, treatments, and diagnoses using standardized healthcare codes and software programs.
- Entering and updating medical records for healthcare professionals’ and insurance companies’ reference.
- Collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure the accuracy of medical records.
- Updating medical records in a timely manner.
- Ensuring that patient data and medical records are protected and remain confidential.
- Maintain record system for patient information
- Organize and file patient charts and other data
- Follow all confidentiality guidelines, rules and procedures
- Use an electronic system to properly collect, organize and manage data
- Track information on request to assure accuracy and satisfaction
- Pull up data as requested by medical personnel
- Any other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Experience
- Must be a committed and growing Christian in good standing
- Minimum 2 years working experience as a Medical Records Technician
- Proven communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with management and employees; collaborate on teams and develop positive working relationships
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to details
- Ability to work diligently under pressure and maintain confidentiality
- Proficient computer skills and proven working knowledge of email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; working knowledge of office equipment
Ability to communicate in Yoruba is an asset
