THE POSITION
As the Medical Records Supervisor for the Department of Corrections (DOC) at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Greene, you step into a leadership role that keeps vital health information moving with accuracy and purpose. This position gives you the chance to use your organizational strengths to guide a dedicated team and improve the flow of important medical documentation. Your efforts help maintain a dependable health care system that supports staff, inmates, and the entire facility. This role is an excellent match for individuals who are energized by responsibility and driven to make a meaningful impact.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position ensures that inmate medical records are accurately maintained and consistently reviewed to support health care operations. It contributes to reliable documentation and supports the overall functioning of the medical unit. As a Medical Records Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:
- Staff Supervision: Guide and review the work of subordinate staff to ensure accurate and timely tasks
- Record Management: Maintain and monitor integrated health records while ensuring compliance with documentation standards
- Record Processing: Handle filing, issuing, and transferring of records and provide documentation for legal or facility needs
- Record Review: Check medical records for completeness and accuracy and direct corrections to appropriate health staff
- Report Preparation: Compile periodic statistical reports that support reviews of medical activity and outcomes
- Quality Assurance: Evaluate medical record maintenance practices and identify opportunities for improvement
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
- Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $46,827.00 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Special Requirements:
- You must possess a valid Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certificate or a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certificate issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), or eligibility for certification including completion of an AHIMA approved RHIT or RHIA Health Information Management education program.
Post Employment Requirement:
- Employees who meet the Necessary Special Requirement based on the eligibility option for the RHIT or RHIA certification must obtain one of these certifications within 12 months of employment.
Other Requirements:
- Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
Work Location: In person
