Job Description
Join the Department of Veterans Affairs in New York and make an immediate impact on veterans' healthcare! We seek a detail-oriented Federal Medical Records Clerk to ensure accurate documentation and compliance with federal regulations. This urgent opening offers direct contribution to our mission of serving America's heroes. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive environment dedicated to excellence.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and organize veteran medical records in compliance with VA and HIPAA standards
- Process and digitize new patient documentation with 99.9% accuracy
- Coordinate record retrieval requests across multiple departments
- Conduct quality audits to ensure regulatory compliance
- Utilize VISTA system for electronic record management
- Train staff on new documentation protocols
- Support compliance with federal privacy laws (42 CFR Part 2)
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (associate degree preferred)
- Minimum 2 years medical records experience in healthcare setting
- Familiarity with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and VA record systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data entry
- Ability to obtain VA background clearance (immediate hire priority)
- U.S. citizenship required
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills