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Medical Records Coordinator at Mass General Brigham in Portsmouth-NH
Job Description
Medical Records Coordinator
Location: Portsmouth-NH · Hybrid
Site: Mass General Brigham Medical Group New Hampshire and Maine, Inc.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
We are seeking a full-time (40 hours/week) Medical Records Coordinator to support Wentworth Health Partners practices. This role consists of 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, scheduled between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM.The Medical Records Coordinator will be responsible for preloading and organizing patient information within the EPIC system. This includes reviewing and entering comprehensive patient data for all new patients within the Wentworth-Douglass organization, such as medical history, immunizations, and other relevant clinical documentation. The role requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when preparing and updating patient charts.
This position is primarily focused on data entry and chart preparation, with minimal phone interaction, limited to occasional communication with internal offices as needed. Qualified candidates should have prior experience in a healthcare or medical office setting, along with a basic understanding of medical terminology. Experience with Epic or a similar EMR system is strongly preferred.
This role requires an initial up to 90-day onsite training period in Portsmouth, NH. Upon successful completion of training, the position will transition to a fully remote work environment.
Summary:
Responsible for managing and organizing patient medical records and ensuring the accuracy, confidentiality, and accessibility of the information in order to maintain a well-functioning healthcare system and provide efficient patient care.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
-Oversee the creation, collection, maintenance, and retention of patient medical records.
-Develop and implement effective systems for organizing and indexing medical records.
-Retrieve medical records as needed for patient care, research, billing, or legal purposes.
-Enter patient information into the hospital's electronic health record system, including demographic data, medical history, diagnoses, procedures, and treatment plans.
-Strictly adhere to privacy regulations (e.g., Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act - HIPAA) and maintain patient confidentiality.
-Review medical records regularly to identify and address any discrepancies or errors.
-Process requests for the release of medical records to authorized individuals or organizations while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
-Provide training and support to hospital staff regarding medical record documentation best practices, privacy regulations, and proper use of EHR systems.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Associate's Degree Health Information Management preferred
Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Medical Records Experience 1-2 years preferred
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$19.81 - $28.30/Hourly
Grade
3
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.