Medical Records Technician

Medical Records Technician Joint Pathology Center QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Possess knowledge of clinical and administrative procedures, rules, policies, general practices, and operations. Possess knowledge of procedures involved in correcting and adjusting information in a medical/clinical automated system. Possess medical repository experience to include the processing of incoming materials for storage and pulling materials from inventory. Possess knowledge of clinical supply automation systems, and office and clinical software applications in order to update/retrieve data and create/manage database information. Be a U.S. citizen. SPECIFIC TASKS / RESPONSIBILITIES Retrieve materials upon authorization request, enter tracking information in computer inventory system and forward materials to authorized requesters. Facilitate the return of paraffin blocks to contributors. Pull materials from files upon authorized request, enter transfer of all materials in computer tracking system, and forward to requester. Load and unload shipments of materials as they are received or shipped. Process bulk shipments received for accessioning. Package and/or refresh formalin fixed tissues as required and monitor repository shelves for any leaking packages. Shift materials within the storage facilities and within the filing equipment to ensure maximum effective utilization of space. Assist in the performance of periodic audits of the repository files to identify lost or misplaced materials. Maintain cleanliness of all work area equipment and grossing/packaging workstations. Assist professional staff as required in processing or locating required materials. Assist in other areas of the department as needed to process case materials in a timely and accurate manner. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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