• Medical Records Technician 2

    State of Minnesota (St. Peter, MN)


    Job Class: Medical Records Technician 2

    Agency: Human Services Department

    + **Job ID** : 86124

    + **Location** : St. Peter

    + **Telework Eligible** : No

    + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

    + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

    + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

    + **Date Posted** : 05/20/2025

    + **Closing Date** : 06/03/2025

    + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DHS St Peter AFSCME

    + **Division/Unit** : DCT Support Services / DCT HIMS Forensics

    + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

    + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

    + **Travel Required** : No

    + **Salary Range:** $26.03 - $36.65 / hourly; $54,350 - $76,525 / annually

    + **Classified Status** : Classified

    + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

    + **Work Area** : St. Peter Regional Treatment Center

    + **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 Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

     

    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.

     

    *This position will work on-site at the St. Peter Regional Treat Center*

     

    Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our HIMS (Health Information Management Services) Forensics Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Release of Information Specialist! This position will respond to requests for release of patient information from the medical record ensuring that all data privacy rules, and state and federal statutes are met. This position will assist in coordinating the completion of required documentation to meet statutory requirements as defined in the Minnesota Commitment Act and according to compliance guidelines, ensuring timely completion, and distribution of information.

    Primary responsibilities:

    + Provide leadership, education, and guidance to DCT staff on record deficiencies, processes and procedures, state, and federal laws, regulatory, and licensing requirements.

    + Respond to request for release of patient information from the medical record so that timely authorized releases are made, and privacy of patient information is protected.

    + Assist in HIMS department tasks including providing backup and completing projects as assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician or Registered Health Information Administrator by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience with release of information.

    + Experience translating, evaluating, and presenting data in a clear and concise manner.

    + Experience working with various software including EHR and MS Office.

    + Strong written and verbal communication skills to translate and present data to other professionals, including physicians, in a clear concise manner.

    + Knowledge and experience with quality improvement or patient safety.

    + Ability to evaluate and present data to other professionals, including physicians, in a clear concise manner.

    + Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

    Additional Requirements

    This position requires successful completion of the following:

    To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

     

    REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

     

    EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

    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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.