Medical Record Technician (Kannur)

Here's a professional (JD) for a Medical Record Technician suitable for a hospital or healthcare organization. Medical Record Technician Position: Medical Record Technician (MRT) Department: Medical Records Reporting To: Hospital Administrator Qualification: - Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Medical Record Technology, Health Information Management, or a related healthcare field. - Certification in Medical Coding is an added advantage. Experience: - candidates with 13 years of experience in a hospital or healthcare setting. - Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR/HIS) is preferred. Key Responsibilities - Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date patient medical records in both physical and electronic formats. - Ensure timely collection, verification, filing, retrieval, and archiving of patient records. - Perform medical coding using standard coding systems (ICD, CPT, or other applicable coding standards) while ensuring accuracy and compliance. - Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information and comply with healthcare privacy regulations and organizational policies. - Enter, update, and validate patient data in the Hospital Information System (HIS) or Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system. - Prepare and maintain medical records, departmental reports, statistics, and other documentation required by management and regulatory authorities. - Assist in internal and external audits by organizing and providing required medical records and documentation. - Support quality improvement initiatives by ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of medical records. - Coordinate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to obtain complete and accurate clinical documentation. - Identify missing or incomplete documentation and follow up with the concerned departments for timely completion. - Ensure proper storage, retention, and disposal of medical records as per statutory and organizational guidelines. - Perform any other duties assigned by the Medical Records Manager or Hospital Administration. Requirements Required Skills & Competencies - Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare documentation. - Proficiency in medical coding standards and practices. - Strong data entry and record management skills. - Familiarity with Hospital Information Systems (HIS) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR). - Understanding of healthcare privacy, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance. - Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. - Valuable organizational, analytical, and time management skills. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) Key Competencies - Accuracy and attention to detail - Confidentiality and integrity - Organizational and documentation skills - Analytical thinking - Teamwork and collaboration - Accountability and professionalism - Ability to work under deadlines and maintain data quality .