Medical Records Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Medical Records Clerk to support a healthcare team in Princeton, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position focuses on managing disability and leave-related documentation, maintaining accurate medical record workflows, and serving as a key point of contact for patients, providers, and insurance representatives. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable working with electronic medical records while keeping sensitive information accurate and up to date.

Responsibilities:
• Process incoming disability, leave, and related medical documentation submitted by patients, employers, and insurance carriers.
• Examine forms carefully to confirm all required fields, authorizations, and supporting details are complete before further handling.
• Collect relevant clinical records and additional documentation from providers to support claim and leave requests.
• Coordinate with physicians and clinical staff to obtain timely signatures and completed paperwork.
• Communicate with patients to resolve missing information, clarify documentation needs, and provide status updates.
• Monitor submission timelines, due dates, and return deadlines to help ensure documents are completed on schedule.
• Serve as the primary contact between patients, healthcare providers, and disability or leave administrators regarding record-related requests.
• Maintain accurate updates within electronic medical record systems and related tracking tools while safeguarding confidential information.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with medical records in a healthcare, hospital, or clinical office setting.
• Hands-on familiarity with electronic medical record systems and accurate documentation practices.
• Knowledge of disability claims, FMLA paperwork, or other leave-of-absence documentation processes.
• Ability to review forms for completeness and follow through on missing or outstanding items.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with patients, providers, and insurance representatives.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• High level of accuracy, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive patient information.

Compensation

$19.00-$20.00 Hourly

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