Medical Records Specialist 1 (32 Hour) - Apply by Nov. 25

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Join us and be part of a revolutionary team shaping the future!

The Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS), under the umbrella of the State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a qualified individual to join our team as Medical Record Specialist 1 (PCN 144686) in Bridgeport. The Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System is determined to transform itself into a person centered/recovery-oriented system of care, and these positions are vital to this process of transformation. Find out more information on how you will help this transformative process below!

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• Work Schedule: First Shift, Monday - Friday
• Work Hours: Part-time, 32 hours per week
• Work Shift: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Location: 1635 Central Avenue, Bridgeport, CT

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

Benefits may vary for part-time positions.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Assisting in maintaining records on admissions and discharges and creating reports.
• Conducting all of the releases of information for Social Security, Department of Children and Families, Department of Social Services and outside providers.
• Preparing records that are subpoena and deliveries records to courts.
• Conducting audits of charts to ensure medical record documentation completion.
• Preparing reports and charts to surveying bodies such as Department of Public Health (DPH), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Joint Commission

MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY AND FACILITIES:

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

With three locations throughout Fairfield County, the Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS), promotes and administers comprehensive recovery-oriented services in the areas of mental health treatment and substance abuse prevention and treatment. These services include inpatient treatment programs and outpatient clinical services, as well as a wide range of additional supportive treatment services. 

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Please note:

• A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.
• All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Four (4) years of experience in the maintenance of medical records and preparation of statistical reports.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with court subpoenas proceedings.
• Experience with medical terminology.
• Experience with Outlook, Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience utilizing interpersonal skills in the workplace, with coworkers and clients.
• Experience providing clear and throughout communication.