Medical Records Assistant

Job Title: Medical Records Assistant
Company: Santa Cruz Post Acute
Location: Santa Cruz, CA
Job Type: Full-time, Monday – Friday
Schedule: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

About Us

Santa Cruz Post Acute is a premier skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. We provide high-quality, compassionate care to our residents. We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Medical Records Assistant to join our administrative team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Career advancement opportunities

• Supportive team environment

Job Summary

The Medical Records Assistant maintains accurate, complete, and confidential patient records. You will handle the filing, retrieving, and updating of medical charts in compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, organize, and update patient medical records.

• Ensure all charts are complete and accurate.

• Process requests for medical records from authorized parties.

• Audit files regularly for regulatory compliance.

• Input data into the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

• Assist nursing and administrative staff with clerical duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Previous experience in medical records or healthcare administration preferred.

• Proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and medical terminology.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.