Medical Records Technician | Federal government of the United States

Job title: Medical Records Technician

Company: Federal government of the United States

Job description: SummaryAbout the Position: This position is within the DIR of Patient Administration Records located at Brooke Army Medical Center, San Antonio TX.This is a Direct Hire SolicitationOverview

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Open & closing dates11/04/2024 to 11/11/2024Salary$40,142 – $52,182 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 5Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberHSJW244941515938HWControl number817493000This job is open toDuties

• Ensure the timely completion and adequacy of the medical charts of inpatient and Ambulatory Patient Visit patients discharged from the hospital.
• Support the completion of discharged Inpatient and Ambulatory Patient Visit type records.
• Reconciles disposition report with records received from the wards.
• Instructs and trains ward clerks, paraprofessionals, and the professional staff for compliance with the medical records procedures and policies.
• Applies a practical knowledge of medical terminology, relevant policy references, and procedures.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
• Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
• This position has been designated “Mission Essential”. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
• This position has been designated as Inclement Weather essential. Incumbent is expected to work during weather emergencies.
• This position is subject to annual Tuberculosis.
• This position is subject to HEP B vaccination.

QualificationsWho May Apply: US CitizensIn order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is .Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes verifying patients records for completeness; using medical automated systems to update and correct patient records; training medical staff on medical records procedures and policies; applying knowledge of medical terminology; responding to staff in person or through messaging instruction on how to correct entries in the health record. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04).OREducation: Four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university.ORCombination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education beyond two years (total semester hours minus 60) by 60. Add the two percentages.EducationFOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: .Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the

information sheet. * Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

• Benefits

Expected salary: $40142 – 52182 per year

Location: Fort Sam Houston, TX

Job date: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 04:11:34 GMT

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