Reference #: 4443818 THE POSITION Are you interested in ensuring that medical records are accurate and that the information remains confidential? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is searching for a Medical Records Assistance for the Southwestern Veterans' Center. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, is motivated, is detail oriented, and would enjoy working closely with the Medical Records Director. Join us in our mission to provide quality service to the commonwealth's veterans and their families. Watch this video to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans by working with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, then apply today and see everything that a career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania can offer you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK A Medical Records Assistant with the DMVA handles and protects sensitive, private, legally privileged, and confidential data and information by releasing, distributing, sharing, or conveying data and information only in accordance with established requirements and only to authorized individuals. You use and maintain current knowledge with the International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision and Tenth Revision, Clinical Modifications (ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM) coding conventions.

Duties include preparing the medical record upon admission. You input information into the chart and review medical documentation to identify deficiencies such as missing or incomplete information. You communicate these deficiencies with physicians and other clinical staff for clarification. You also ensure medical documentation meets the internal regulations of the facility and of other departments such as the Department of Health, the Department of Human Services, and the Veterans Administration. Upon discharge or death of a resident, you are responsible for following the procedure for the completion of the discharge chart. Examples of this duty include assembling, analyzing, final checking, and final filing.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year of clerical experience in a medical records department of a hospital, or ambulatory acute medical care setting or a licensed nursing facility, which has included six months of experience under the general direction or oversight by a registered Medical Records Technician or Administrator; and graduation from high school; or Graduation from a medical secretarial or medical records program;or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the app ication (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.