Medical Records Assistant - Per Diem

Posted: Wednesday, 30 July 2025
Valid Thru: Friday, 29 August 2025
Index Requested on: 07/30/2025 19:31:13
Indexed on: 07/30/2025 19:31:13

Location: Sequim, WA, 98382, US

Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living is hiring!

Description:

Medical Records Assistant

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Days

Pay range: $23.00 - $27.00 DOE

Location: Avamere Olympic Rehabilitation of Sequim 1000 S 5th Ave, Sequim, WA 98382

Apply at Teamavamere.com

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities
  • Organize and maintain paper and/or electronic health records, ensuring they are complete, accurate, and easily accessible.
  • Follow facility and regulatory guidelines for medical records storage, retrieval, and disposal.
  • Enter and update resident information, including demographic data, diagnoses, procedures, and medications.
  • Retrieve medical records for medical staff or other authorized individuals.
  • Review records for completeness, accuracy, and timeliness, identifying and addressing discrepancies.
  • May assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting for quality improvement or other facility purposes.
  • Adhere to HIPAA regulations and maintain the confidentiality of patient information.
  • Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timely completion of medical records, including completion of discharge sheets and 360 care documentation.
  • Maintain accurate records of all actions taken, including record releases, audits, and system updates.
  • Effectively communicate necessary resident information to charge nurses, director of nursing, and/or administrator.
  • Must be knowledgeable on federal and state laws regarding medical records.
  • Review and audit admissions, discharges, change of condition, and other pertinent records on nursing units.
  • Ensure that incomplete records/charts are returned to nursing service for correction.
  • Ensure that registries are properly maintained for admission and discharge of residents.
  • Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-department personnel, as well as other departments within the facility to assure that medical records can be properly maintained and problem areas can be identified and corrected.
Requirements and Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Basic understanding of medical terminology and anatomy/physiology.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or electronic health record (EHR) systems.
  • Experience in medical records or healthcare administration is preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • The ability to work in a fast-paced, crisis-prone environment.
  • Advocacy skills with a focus on patient-centered care.
At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
  • 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
  • EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
  • Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
  • Generous employee referral bonus program.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
  • Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.
    Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify

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    Educational requirements:

    • high school

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