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State of Minnesota Medical Records Technician 2 in St. Paul, Minnesota

Working Title: Medical Records Technician 2

Job Class: Medical Records Technician 2

Agency: Health Department

  • Job ID : 80152

  • Location : St. Paul

  • Telework Eligible : Yes

  • Full/Part Time : Full-Time

  • Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

  • Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. Bidders will be considered through 09/25/2024.

  • Date Posted : 09/19/2024

  • Closing Date : 10/03/2024

  • Hiring Agency : Health Department

  • Division/Unit : Health Promotion and Chronic Disease / Minnesota Cancer Reporting System

  • Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  • Days of Work : Monday - Friday

  • Travel Required : No

  • Salary Range: $25.33 - $35.69 / hourly; $52,889 - $74,520 / annually

  • Classified Status : Classified

  • Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

  • Work Area : Minnesota Cancer Reporting System

  • FLSA Status : Nonexempt

  • Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Medical Records Technician II is responsible for processing incoming pathology reports (electronic and paper documents) to code medical diagnoses according to Minnesota Cancer Reporting System (MCRS) policies and procedures. The employee will work closely with the Data Management Supervisor, Director of Operations, and Oncology Data Specialists (ODS) in the daily activities of the MCRS.

Job Responsibilities Include:

Identifying reportable pathology cases submitted to MCRS.

Coding medical diagnoses according to MCRS policies and procedures.

Reviewing the coding of medical diagnoses by other Medical Records Technicians II.

Identifying discrepancies in coding, so effective policies can be developed.

Abstracting pertinent information from submitted documents according to MCRS policy and procedures using the web-based database system.

This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota or South Dakota. Position locations will be determined by the top candidate and will be based out one of the following MDH district office locations: St. Paul, St. Cloud, Duluth, Rochester, Marshall, Mankato, Bemidji, Fergus Falls.

Minimum Qualifications

The following minimum qualifications must be clearly demonstrated on the applicant’s resume/application to be considered for this position:

One (1) year of experience in medical records work as an accredited American Information Management Association professional (AHIMA), an Accredited Record Technician (ART), or as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT). Experience must demonstrate the following:

  • Coding medical diagnoses.

  • Use of the International Classification of Disease (ICD) for Oncology or ICD-10.

  • Use of database management systems and data entry systems.

Minimum Qualifications to be Assessed at Interview:

  • Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and disease etiology.

  • Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbal, including the ability to clearly communicate complex medical information.

  • Ability to work independently and establish work goals.

  • Ability to work within a team to accomplish work objectives.

  • Ability to maintain data privacy as required by federal and state laws and MCRS rules.

  • Adequate time management skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Two (2) years of experience working in a cancer registry.

  • Certification as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS).

  • Demonstrated ability to assign, distribute, and direct work tasks.

Physical Requirements

  • Maintain a stationary position for long periods of time.

  • Repetitive and prolonged use of hands, fingers, and wrists for typing and navigating on the web-based database.

  • Prolonged time looking at a computer screen.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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