Clinical Assistant

Job Summary:

The Clinical Assistant (MRD) is responsible for the management, organization, and processing of patient medical records in a healthcare facility. The role involves maintaining confidentiality, ensuring records are up-to-date, accurate, and securely stored, and making them readily accessible to authorized personnel when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Medical Records Management:

v Collect, organize, and maintain patient medical records both in physical and electronic formats.

v Ensure the accuracy and completeness of patient information, including diagnostic reports, treatment history, and other relevant documentation.

v Update and file patient records promptly after consultations, treatments, or diagnostic tests.

• Confidentiality and Security:

v Handle sensitive patient information with strict confidentiality and in compliance with hospital policies and healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).

v Safeguard medical records from unauthorized access or damage.

• Data Entry and Documentation:

v Input data into the electronic medical records (EMR) system.

v Ensure data integrity and follow up with healthcare professionals to correct any inconsistencies or incomplete entries.

• Medical Record Requests:

v Respond to requests for patient medical records from authorized personnel such as doctors, nurses, or administrative staff.

v Process external requests for records from insurance companies, legal firms, or other healthcare institutions, ensuring appropriate permissions are obtained.

• Record Retrieval and Storage:

v Retrieve and deliver patient records as requested for medical reviews or patient care.

v Assist in the transfer of medical records between departments or healthcare providers when necessary.

v Ensure that records are properly stored and archived to meet organizational and regulatory standards.

• Compliance and Auditing:

v Conduct periodic audits to ensure that medical records are up-to-date and complete.

v Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies related to medical record management.

• Communication and Coordination:

v Coordinate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure smooth access to patient records.

v Serve as a liaison between the medical records department and other departments in the hospital.

• Patient Interaction:

v Occasionally interact with patients regarding their medical records, including responding to inquiries about record availability or providing copies of records as needed.

• Communication:

v Good verbal and written communication skills for interaction with staff, patients, and external organizations.

• Ethics and Integrity:

v Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and ethical handling of sensitive patient information.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Rotational shift
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person