Medical Records Secretary
Description:
United Services is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Records Secretary to join our Dayville office. The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of client medical records, including the timely entry, maintenance, and scanning of all documentation within the electronic health record system.
Why Join Us:
At United Services, you will be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities throughout Northeastern Connecticut. Our employees are valued team members who contribute to making a positive impact every day.
Location: 1007 North Main Street, Dayville, CT 06241
What Sets Us Apart:
- Meaningful work that supports client care and organizational excellence
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Comprehensive benefits package
What You Will Do (Day to Day):
- Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of client medical records.
- Coordinate the release of confidential medical information to outside agencies, ensuring all releases are valid, complete, and compliant with applicable regulations.
- Prepare records for submission to outside agencies, including responses to subpoenas and court orders.
- Record scores from clinical scales and other pertinent information within the client record.
- Conduct thorough audits of medical records to ensure compliance and accuracy
Schedule:
- Monday through Friday, 8:30a.m. – 5:00p.m.
Minimum Requirements:
An Associate’s Degree plus two years relevant experience or
High School Diploma plus four years relevant experience required.
Must possess the ability to multi-task and prioritize.
Bilingual Spanish / English fluency preferred.
Salary Range:
- $17.81 - $20.15 per hour (depending on experience).
- Bilingual Spanish/English Fluency $18.71 - $21.17 per hour (depending on experience).
Benefits Package:
- Generous medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families
- Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 100% employer paid
- Four weeks of paid vacation
- 12 paid holidays
- Paid sick time
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement
- Professional Development Funding Opportunities
- 403(b) Retirement Plan (tax-deferred) with employer contribution and matching after one year of employment
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mileage Reimbursement
- United Services is a designated employer for the National Health Service Corps loan repayment and scholarship programs
*Benefits will be pro-rated for eligible part-time positions
Work Location: This position requires employees to be fully present in the office.
Important Employment Requirement:
All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director.
United Services Inc. --- Join Our Team!
Do you want to make a direct impact in the lives of children, families and adults with social and behavioral health needs? If you have the skills, the commitment and the passion, we have the opportunity.
United Services is among Connecticut’s most comprehensive private, non-profit providers of behavioral health, psychosocial, chemical abuse, primary care, care coordination, wellness and prevention services to the community, and employee assistance program services for business and industry. Our primary service area is the 21 towns in northeastern Connecticut. With more than 30 programs, 12 service locations, and a dedicated staff of over 200 professionals, we are proud to continue growing in our mission of “Creating Healthy Communities” by providing top-notch, caring mental health and social services to the children, adults, families and communities of Northeastern Connecticut.
Our offices are located in small town and rural settings throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner” within easy commuting distance from New London, CT, Worcester, MA and Providence, RI. Our three main office locations are in Mansfield Center, Dayville and Wauregan. Our staff includes psychiatrists, clinicians, social workers, psychologists, prevention specialists, case managers, advocates, and administrative and support personnel.
Our vision of 'Creating Healthy Communities' is one that all staff share -- creating healthy communities within the agency, and in our community.
Please consider joining our United Services team! For more information please visit http://www.unitedservicesct.org/careers/
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United Services is an Affirmative Action Employer EEO/M/F/D/V
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.81 - $20.15 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to comply with the annual flu vaccine requirement?
- Can you confirm that you meet the minimum education qualifications for this position?
- What is the maximum commute time you would be comfortable with to and from work?
- Are you interested in full-time, part-time, or per diem positions?
- Would you be open to being considered for all positions of employment?
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
