Position DescriptionFinal Filing Date: July 19, 2024Exam # 24/50T01/06MNMedical Record Technician I
Monthly Salary Range: $3,569 - $4,875
The Health Department's
Behavioral Health Bureau is seeking to fill a vacant
Medical Record Technician I for the Quality Services Management Team. This position will review authorization requests for disclosures of protected health information for current and former behavioral health clients through a review of the electronic medical record for all County and County contracted programs; and respond to public records requests, and subpoenas.
This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority in accordance with the Flexible Staffing Program and Guidelines.
The Eligible List established by this recruitment process will be used to fill current and future vacancies, both regular and temporary, as they arise.
Examples of DutiesExamples of Duties:- Performs computer entry of analysis data, and updates/corrects information provided; edits and corrects other reports and date.
- Discusses recorded information and data with physicians and others to obtain additional information and ensure appropriate presentation.
To view the complete job description, please visit the Monterey County website:
Medical Record Technician I THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Some Knowledge of:- Basic keyboard operations, and operation of other standard office equipment
Skill and Ability to:- Read, interpret and evaluate complex medical reports and information.
- Communicate tactfully and effectively with those contacted in the course of work.
- Maintain records; scan; corollate, validate documents and compile statistics.
Characteristics of the Ideal Candidate:• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Culturally sensitive
• Meets deadlines/prioritization
• Excellent customer service skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Maintains and retrains records
Examples of Experience/Education/TrainingThe skills necessary may be acquired through various types of education, training, and/or experience, typically:
EITHER Education: Vocational or college level coursework in Health Information Management.
AND Experience: Two years of experience which has involved either work with Health information Management, such as transcription, or the analysis and evaluation of medical reports and information.
OR Education: Completion of a junior college, vocational school or equivalent program to Health Information Management.
OR Certificate: Completion of a junior college, vocational or equivalent program in Health Information Management.
Additional InformationREQUIRED CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT- Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority.
- Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency, travel out of County to attend meetings.
- Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting.
BENEFITS The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the Bargaining Unit J Benefit Summary Sheet . This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing.
NOTESAs a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.
Application and Selection Procedures Apply On-Line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty
by Friday, July 19, 2024, 11:59 PM (PST)
OR Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours,
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting:
Attn: Human Resources
1270 Natividad Road
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 755-4519
The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:
- A completed County of Monterey Employment Application
- Responses to the Supplemental Questions
Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Monique Ng, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 755-4524 or ngmc@countyofmonterey.gov.
http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet
Closing Date/Time: 7/19/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
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