Medical Records Clerk

This position is Onsite. Our office is located at 3 Farm Glen Blvd, Farmington, CT.

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Medical Records Clerk will provide assistance with online record organization and destruction in order to maintain our record retention policy. The ideal candidate will be required to travel to various assigned practice sites throughout Connecticut to meet business needs.

This position is full-time, Monday - Friday. Employees are required to work an 8-hour shift schedule during our normal business hours of 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.

We offer up to two weeks of on the job training. The hours during training will be aligned to your schedule

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure records and files are stored and managed in accordance with record management procedures and regulations
• Ensure confidentiality regulations and rules are complied with when filing and storing documents
• Create electronic/ paper files needed to store documents
• Review records to identify files that can be shredded or submitted to record storage
• Submit files to records management using appropriate procedures
• Assist offices in boxing and filing patient records for storage, review or destruction as applicable.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
• Must be 18 years of age OR older
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Access to reliable transportation and valid Driver's License
• Ability to travel throughout Connecticut to provide coverage as needed
• Ability to work full-time, Monday - Friday. Employees are required to work an 8-hour shift schedule during our normal business hours of 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical record processing
• Knowledge of sharecare portal and services
• Knowledge of HIPPA rules and compliance

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $16 - $25 hourly based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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