Medical Records Director

Now Hiring: Medical Records Director

St.

Francis Healthcare Center
Position: Medical Records Director
Schedule: Full-Time
Salary: Starting at $72,000 per year

Lead Our Medical Records Department

St.

Francis Healthcare Center is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and experienced Medical Records Director to oversee the facility's medical records and health information management operations.

The Medical Records Director will be responsible for maintaining accurate, complete, confidential, and compliant resident records while ensuring documentation meets facility, state, and federal requirements.

This position works closely with clinical leadership, nursing, admissions, billing, and other departments to support quality resident care and regulatory compliance.

If you are a healthcare professional with strong organizational skills and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality, we'd love to have you join our team.

Key Responsibilities


* Direct and oversee the daily operations of the Medical Records/Health Information Management department.


* Maintain accurate, complete, and timely resident medical records.


* Ensure medical records comply with federal, state, and facility requirements.


* Review records for completeness, accuracy, and appropriate documentation.


* Coordinate medical record management for admissions, discharges, and transfers.


* Maintain organized electronic and paper medical records as applicable.


* Monitor physician orders, progress notes, nursing documentation, and other required clinical records for completion.


* Coordinate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to resolve documentation deficiencies.


* Prepare medical records and documentation for audits, surveys, and regulatory reviews.


* Maintain strict confidentiality of resident health information and follow HIPAA requirements.


* Manage requests for medical records in accordance with applicable regulations and facility policies.


* Track and follow up on outstanding documentation and signatures.


* Assist with medical record audits and quality assurance activities.


* Develop and maintain effective department policies and procedures.


* Train and educate staff regarding medical records, documentation standards, and confidentiality.


* Work collaboratively with the Administrator, Director of Nursing, MDS, Social Services, Admissions, and other departments.


* Ensure proper retention, storage, and disposal of medical records.


* Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives as appropriate.

Qualifications


* Previous experience in medical records, health information management, or a healthcare documentation role.


* Experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or long-term care setting preferred.


* Strong knowledge of medical record documentation requirements and HIPAA regulations.


* Excellent organizational and time-management skil...