THE POSITION
Become a key part of the Department of Corrections (DOC) as the Medical Records Supervisor at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Laurel Highlands. In this role, you help maintain essential medical information that supports inmate treatment and keeps the medical unit operating efficiently. Your leadership will elevate record accuracy, strengthen coordination with clinical staff, and ensure documentation policies are consistently followed. Step into a position where your drive and expertise directly improve the quality and reliability of the institution’s medical records.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position focuses on overseeing the development and maintenance of inmate medical records while also participating in day-to-day record operations. The role ensures that all documentation meets professional standards and supports the needs of the institution. As a Medical Records Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:
- Supervisory Leadership: Manage and review staff work assignments, establish work plans, and provide training and support
- Record System Oversight: Organize, maintain, and monitor inmate health records, and code diseases, operations, therapies, and treatments according to standards
- Record Management Tasks: File, withdraw, and issue records, transfer records, present records in court cases, and notify staff of inmate discharge status
- Quality and Accuracy Reviews: Examine records for completeness, refer inadequate documentation to appropriate clinical staff, and report patterns to administration
- Statistical Reporting: Prepare periodic reports on morbidity, mortality, utilization of services, and related topics
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.
- 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 be in possession of 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.
Conditions of Employment:
- 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.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
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
