About the Role
The Medical Records & Compliance Coordinator is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of medical records requests, ensuring compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, OASAS, OMH, and other applicable regulations. This entry-level role supports the Compliance Department with general administrative and regulatory tasks.
Responsibilities
- Process incoming requests for medical records from clients, attorneys, insurance companies, government agencies, and other authorized parties.
- Verify the validity of authorizations and consents prior to releasing any protected health information (PHI).
- Maintain a tracking log of all records requests, monitor turnaround times, and follow up on outstanding or overdue requests.
- Retrieve, copy, scan, upload, and file medical records and related documentation, both electronic and paper-based.
- Respond to subpoenas, court orders, and legal requests for records in coordination with the VP of Compliance and legal counsel.
- Communicate professionally with clients, external requestors, and internal staff regarding the status of records requests.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all client information.
- Assist the Compliance Department with general administrative support, including maintaining compliance files and tracking staff training completion.
- Support internal chart audits, billing audits, and quality assurance reviews by pulling records and organizing documentation.
- Help maintain the department's policy and procedure library.
- Assist with tracking incident reports, corrective action plans, and other compliance documentation.
- Identify opportunities to streamline the records request process and reduce backlog.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum 0-2 years of office administration, medical records, health information, or related experience.
- Working knowledge of HIPAA and confidentiality requirements.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage a high volume of requests and multiple deadlines simultaneously.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Dependable in completing work accurately and thoroughly.
- Professional demeanor and ability to maintain constructive working relationships.
- High degree of discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Comfortable working independently and prioritizing competing tasks.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Skills
- HIPAA
- Confidentiality
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Electronic health record (EHR) systems (preferred)
- Scanning/document management tools (preferred)
Location
- 760 E 160th Street Bronx NY 10456
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry-level
- 0-2 years
Education Level
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associate's degree or coursework in health information management, medical office administration, or a related field (preferred)
About the Company
- Argus Community, Inc. operates affiliate programs.
