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Working Title: Medical Records Tech 2

Job Class: Medical Records Technician 2

Agency: Human Services Dept

+ **Job ID** : 85111

+ **Location** : Anoka

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes - This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework-2025.pdf) or a mixture of working in our office and Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework-2025.pdf) ; Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework-2025.pdf) (Within Minnesota or Neighboring States) and Flexible Hours Options Are Available; This team is currently Teleworking (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework-2025.pdf) ; however, this may change in the future with notice.

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 10/08/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 10/21/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DHS Anoka Metro Trt Ctr AFSCME

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

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

+ **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** : HIMS

+ **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.

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our HIMS (Health Information Management Services) Coding Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a DCT Coder! This position will perform diagnosis and procedural coding for all DCT services and programs for data retrieval, analysis, statistical reporting, and claims processing. Provide training and education to DCT Medical Staff and other appropriate staff to ensure appropriate documentation and accurate coding. This position will conduct regular audits and coordinate ongoing monitoring of coding accuracy and documentation adequacy.

Primary responsibilities:

+ Perform Diagnosis and Procedural Coding for all DCT services and programs for data retrieval, analysis, and claims processing.

+ Provide training and education to Medical Staff and other appropriate staff to ensure appropriate documentation and accurate coding.

+ Participate in the department’s compliance program regarding appropriate documentation and accurate coding for DCT programs and services.

+ Conduct regular audits and coordinate ongoing monitoring of coding accuracy and documentation adequacy.

Minimum Qualifications

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

+ Knowledge of medical terminology.

Preferred Qualifications

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

+ Experience working with various software including Electronic Health Record Systems 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.

+ Recent ICD 10-CM coding education or experience.

+ CPT coding experience in an outpatient setting.

+ 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

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.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

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.