Position Function:
To provide guidance in the preparation of medical records and to code and classify diagnoses, diseases and procedures.
Salary Grade: 09
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide guidance and assign work to subordinate clerical personnel involved in the preparation of medical records and related documents Verify completion and accuracy of medical records and materials. Code and classify diagnoses, diseases, and procedures. Enter coded medical information into computer data base. Maintain referral letter log and make sure that referral letters are sent on a timely basis. Compile various reports related to medical records. Ensure quality and contents of the medical record with regard to all legal guidelines. Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent. Three years of clerical experience or equivalent educational experience. Knowledge of medical terminology. Ability to pass the Mississippi State University clerical tests with the following scores: Timed Typing: 50 wpm with 6 or fewer errors Production Letter: 90% correct. -or- Any equivalent combination of related experience and/or education approved by the Department of Human Resources Management.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education or experience beyond the minimum requirements. Familiarity with personal computers.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
None
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
No or very limited physical effort required.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu. Please include cover letter and resume along with names and addresses of at least three references.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.
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