Medical Records Officer
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Record Officer to join our healthcare team. The role is responsible for ensuring accurate, secure, and efficient management of patient medical records while supporting clinical operations and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain, organize, update, and digitize patient medical records in both manual and electronic formats.
Ensure accuracy, completeness, confidentiality, and safe handling of health information at all times.
Coordinate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare personnel for timely documentation and record completion.
Handle the release of medical information in compliance with hospital policies and data privacy regulations.
Oversee proper filing, retrieval, archiving, and safekeeping of records.
Support data collection, reporting, and preparation of hospital statistics and documentation requirements.
Implement and comply with record management policies, retention schedules, and accreditation standards.
Ensure adherence to DOH, PhilHealth, and other regulatory requirements related to medical records.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Medical Records Administration, Health Information Management, or related field.
Preferably with experience in hospital medical records operations.
Knowledgeable in medical terminology, data privacy laws (RA 10173), and healthcare documentation standards.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills.
Proficient in MS Office and familiarity with Hospital Information Systems (HIS) is an advantage.
Committed to confidentiality and professional conduct.
