Medical Records Specialist (Hays County MH Center)


Help us help others:

The Medical Records Specialists, under the direction of the Coordinator of Office Management Systems, are responsible for preparing, assembling, and disclosing medical records for clients throughout the 19-county catchment area of Hill Country MHDD Centers.

You will get to:

  • Process medical record requests through an electronic health record system.
  • Prepare a chart audit for Doctor's Day
  • Physical coverage of the reception area
  • Scheduling and confirming consumer appointments
  • Lab bill reconciliation
  • Insurance verification
  • Understand HIPAA and privacy laws in terms of the disclosure of records
  • Prepare medical record releases
  • Document medical releases according to policy and procedures

You'll definitely need:

  • High school diploma/GED
  • Two years of experience in duties related to the position or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Two years of medical office experience specific to front office medical records
  • Two years of experience utilizing computer database systems or web portals
  • Two years of experience with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel.
  • Maintain a valid Texas state Driver's License and auto insurance.
  • To complete and maintain both CPR certification and Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior training within the first 3 months of employment

We'll also want you to:

  • Employ excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage and report effectively.
  • Maintain a well-organized schedule and travel as necessary to ensure completion of duties.
  • Maintain accurate and timely collaborative documentation in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Sustain a calm demeanor when under pressure to handle sometimes difficult situations.
  • Provide exemplary customer service and care to individuals with their best interests at heart.
  • Work autonomously to complete assignments within community and HHSC standards with a high level of quality. 
  • Work cooperatively with others, and be punctual and consistent in your attendance, because your people will rely on you!

We're excited to provide:

  • PPO health insurance plan, with option to add dependents.
  • PPO dental plans and vision insurance options for healthy teeth and eyes.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • 401(a) plan, employer matches dollar-for-dollar contributions up to 8% of your salary. You are 100% vested after 3 years of service.
  • 457/403(b) plan, employees are immediately eligible to contribute pre-tax earnings.
  • Generous paid time off for fun and vacations and paid sick time for when you're under the weather.
  • An authentic and caring environment where folks care about each other.

We can pay you:

$15.00 per hour and benefits