JOB Become a Medical Records Technician with the Department of Corrections (DOC) and bring your attention to detail to a vital health care setting. At the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Coal Township, you will help ensure that medical records are complete, accurate, and maintained according to strict standards. This role provides steady work, meaningful responsibilities, and the chance to grow your professional abilities. Step into a position where your work helps support both staff and inmates.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position focuses on maintaining accurate and complete medical records for inmates within the facility. It plays an important role in ensuring that health information is handled properly and in accordance with established standards. As a Medical Records Technician, you will perform the following duties:
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Record Management: Organize and maintain the integrated health record system for incarcerated individuals
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Coding Tasks: Code diseases, operations, therapies, and treatments according to established guidelines
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File Processing: File, withdraw, issue, and transfer medical records in compliance with confidentiality rules and legal requirements
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Record Review: Review medical records and reports for completeness and accuracy and refer incomplete records for correction
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Report Preparation: Prepare periodic statistical reports and assemble records for management review
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
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Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday
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Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
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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). A higher salary may be established in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL 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).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
