Commonwealth of PA
Medical Records Director SCI Phoenix
Commonwealth of PA, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States,
THE POSITION
Are you an energetic leader with a sharp attention to detail, enthusiasm, and self-motivation? The Department of Corrections at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) in Phoenix is seeking a qualified Medical Records Director to lead the department. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong capacity for identifying and addressing problems while managing a team of skilled staff, ensuring the proper establishment, classification, and maintenance of all medical records within the facility. If you are looking to advance your career, this is an opportunity you do not want to miss!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In the role of Medical Records Director for the Department of Corrections, you will oversee the department responsible for the creation, organization, and upkeep of medical records and related documents. Your position entails the development and implementation of facility-specific policies and procedures to ensure the accurate completion and maintenance of medical records, while also adhering to the standards set by accrediting and certifying agencies. Given the complexity of cases, a high level of precision is essential, particularly due to the frequent need for multiple classifications or cross-references.
Your responsibilities include supervising a clerical and technical team tasked with managing intricate medical case histories. Your work is conducted under the guidance of an administrative supervisor, with compliance to departmental and facility policies and procedures assessed through various means such as reports, conferences, and inspections.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 60 or 65.
Salary:
In some cases, the starting salary may be negotiable.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Registration as a Medical Records Administrator with the American Health Information Management Association;
or
Two years of experience as a Medical Records Technician; and registration as a Medical Records Technician with the American Health Information Management Association;
or
Four years of experience in the preparation, classification and abstracting of medical reports in a medical records department; and registration as a Medical Records Technician with the American Health Information Management Association.
Other Requirements:
Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
PA residency requirement is currently
waived
for this title.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will
not
be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date .
Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test
once
for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Are you an energetic leader with a sharp attention to detail, enthusiasm, and self-motivation? The Department of Corrections at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) in Phoenix is seeking a qualified Medical Records Director to lead the department. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong capacity for identifying and addressing problems while managing a team of skilled staff, ensuring the proper establishment, classification, and maintenance of all medical records within the facility. If you are looking to advance your career, this is an opportunity you do not want to miss!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In the role of Medical Records Director for the Department of Corrections, you will oversee the department responsible for the creation, organization, and upkeep of medical records and related documents. Your position entails the development and implementation of facility-specific policies and procedures to ensure the accurate completion and maintenance of medical records, while also adhering to the standards set by accrediting and certifying agencies. Given the complexity of cases, a high level of precision is essential, particularly due to the frequent need for multiple classifications or cross-references.
Your responsibilities include supervising a clerical and technical team tasked with managing intricate medical case histories. Your work is conducted under the guidance of an administrative supervisor, with compliance to departmental and facility policies and procedures assessed through various means such as reports, conferences, and inspections.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 60 or 65.
Salary:
In some cases, the starting salary may be negotiable.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Registration as a Medical Records Administrator with the American Health Information Management Association;
or
Two years of experience as a Medical Records Technician; and registration as a Medical Records Technician with the American Health Information Management Association;
or
Four years of experience in the preparation, classification and abstracting of medical reports in a medical records department; and registration as a Medical Records Technician with the American Health Information Management Association.
Other Requirements:
Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
PA residency requirement is currently
waived
for this title.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will
not
be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date .
Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test
once
for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
#J-18808-Ljbffr