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The Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center strives to be an Employer of Choice in Central Massachusetts and MetroWest.
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Health Records Specialist I
Framingham, MAPosted 1 weeks ago
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Job Description
The Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center strives to be an Employer of Choice in Central Massachusetts and MetroWest.
We recognize the changing and fast-paced environment of health care and work to create a culture that supports a healthy work-lifebalance. As a premiere community health center serving close to 30,000 patients a year, we offer a variety of career opportunitiesfor individuals who want to grow their career in health care.
Great benefits, including health and dental insurance and a 403B Plan,add to the value of working for Kennedy CHC.
With a diverse patient population, Kennedy CHC also insures that our organization represents the communities it serves. We welcome and celebrate an employee base that is inclusive of all cultural, racial and ethnic groups, as well as the LGBTQ community. In fact, 75% of our staff are bilingual!
We invite you to explore our career opportunities and learn about all of the benefits thatmake Kennedy CHC YOUR Employer of Choice.
Salary for this position: $18.00 - $21.00/Hour
*All Pay Rates are subject to Experience, License or Certification and Location*
Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford, and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.
We are currently hiring a Health Records Specialist I based in Framingham. The Specialist role will be responsible for managing accurate and timely intake, review, and filing of patient documents in the EHR. Ensures proper scanning, indexing, and error correction, supports audits, and maintains compliance with documentation protocols. Safeguards the integrity and accessibility of health records while upholding performance standards, SOPs, privacy regulations, and culturally and linguistically appropriate service.
As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the cultures of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.
Essential Functions:
*All Pay Rates are subject to Experience, License or Certification and Location*
Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford, and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.
We are currently hiring a Health Records Specialist I based in Framingham. The Specialist role will be responsible for managing accurate and timely intake, review, and filing of patient documents in the EHR. Ensures proper scanning, indexing, and error correction, supports audits, and maintains compliance with documentation protocols. Safeguards the integrity and accessibility of health records while upholding performance standards, SOPs, privacy regulations, and culturally and linguistically appropriate service.
As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the cultures of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.
Essential Functions:
- Receipt, track, and logging of Incoming Documents
- Review document for filing accuracy
- Scanning and indexing into EHR
- Manage and filing of records per current Federal and State statues, regulations, and company policies and procedures
- Batch error identification and corrections
- Participation in audit review of bad batches
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
RHIA or CEHRS certification (must be obtained within 18 months)
2+ years’ experience in medical records, health information management, or related healthcare setting
Proficient in English; additional languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese) preferred
Skilled with EHR systems, document scanning, and indexing software
Detail-oriented with accurate data entry and document handling
Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA regulations
Strong organizational and time management skills
Effective communicator and team player in fast-paced environments
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on related experience
- Medical insurance starts on the first day of employment.
- Health center pays 80% of medical insurance premiums.
- Includes coverage for all individuals and most family types.
- Generous time off packages
- Dental and Vision insurance
- 403b Retirement Plan with employer match
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