Medical Records Clerk

About the Role A detail-oriented Medical Records Clerk to support a busy hospital team in Long Beach, California. This role focuses on managing release-of-information requests, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring timely delivery of patient records in electronic formats. The candidate will bring hands-on experience with electronic health record systems and a strong understanding of medical records processes in a healthcare environment. What You'll Do

• Process incoming requests for patient information and coordinate accurate release of records within established turnaround times.
• Maintain thorough documentation of all record requests and related actions to support regulatory and organizational compliance standards.
• Retrieve, review, and prepare medical records for electronic distribution while safeguarding confidentiality and data integrity.
• Work closely with release-of-information staff, clinical departments, and other internal teams to resolve questions related to record requests.
• Verify request details and supporting documentation before fulfilling disclosures to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Use electronic health record and medical records systems to locate, organize, and track patient information efficiently.
• Monitor assigned workloads and follow up on pending items to help keep requests moving without unnecessary delays. What We're Looking For
• Prior experience working in medical records, health information management, or release of information within a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Practical knowledge of electronic health record and electronic medical record systems.
• Familiarity with handling patient medical records, record review, and document analysis procedures.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple requests and maintain accurate records.
• Understanding of confidentiality standards and compliance requirements related to protected health information.
• Ability to work onsite in Long Beach, California and perform effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with internal teams and responding to record-related inquiries. Compensation & Benefits
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, and Sick Time Off.
• Salary: 22 - 25 USD per hour.