Extended Job Title

Clinic Office Assistant, Medical Records

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

522421 - Performance Improvement Ama

Position Description

Responsible for receiving, reviewing, compiling, and processing of all release of information (ROI) requests for patient medical records pursuant to HIPAA and TTUHSC regulations and guidelines. Possesses a thorough understanding and working knowledge of HIPAA regulations. Provides medical records support to all clinics within the School of Medicine and other clerical duties as assigned. Communicates effectively with patients, physicians, clinic staff, vendors, and others via telephone, email, and face-to-face interactions. Assists with the coordination of specialized solutions and may collect and analyze specific data.

Requisition ID

39425BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

20.47

Major/Essential Functions

Working knowledge of the daily operations
and procedures for the Amarillo campus
Electronic Health Records division.


Possess understanding of institutional
policies and procedures and assist with
departmental administrative processes.


Provide helpdesk support for the medical
records and Follow My Health systems.


Scanning patient records/releases and
maintaining accurate departmental records.


Perform other duties as required.




 

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

15.00

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Amarillo

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum one year of experience processing medical records requests (release of information - ROI) pursuant to
HIPAA and TTUHSC regulations. Working technical knowledge of the functionalities of an electronic health record
(EHR/EMR) for the purpose of compiling and releasing medical records for continuity of care, insurance audits, legal,
and other requests. Ability to review, scan, index, and/or purge paper medical records pursuant to established rules and
regulations.  Preferred experience in Touchworks EMR.

Campus

HSC - Amarillo

Department

Performance Improvement Ama

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

Job Group

Office and Admn Wkrs All Other

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent; six months to one year of directly related experience within a general office or healthcare environment.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

YN, HM

Air Force Specialty Code

3A1X1, 4A0X1

Marine Military Occupational Specialty Code

0111

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.