Medical Record Technician

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care ( UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Medical Records Technician for the Accreditation and Standards Department within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The primary purpose of the Medical Records Technician is to quickly and accurately retrieve records from and files records into filing system. On an ongoing basis, enforces security and ensures the accessibility of clinical information/records through the chart tracking process. Plays a key role in the chart completion process by possessing a thorough, up-to-date knowledge of internal recordkeeping standards. Uses this knowledge to assemble records (i.e., inpatient, partial hospitalization, residential, etc.) Tracks receipt and assembly of all inpatient, day hospital, intensive outpatient and residential treatment charts. Completes disability requests for information. Assists UBHC staff with the completion of chart deficiencies.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Use computer, telephone, scanner, and xerox machine

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The employee spends majority of on the job time standing, walking, climbing, reaching, bending, pulling, pushing, and lifting (25-50 pounds). Minimal amount of time is spent sitting at desk. Clear color vision is essential for chart filing and retrieval purposes.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work area is generally crowded with moderate noise levels.