Chart Retrieval Specialist II – Remote in AZ OR NV

Opportunities with Episource, part of the Optum family of businesses. Join a premier provider of risk adjustment services, software and solutions that’s fueling innovation in the health care industry. Start a rewarding career where your work will empower health plans and medical groups with comprehensive end-to-end solutions designed to navigate health care efficiently. Our culture is rooted in innovation, encouraging our team to stay curious and engaged. By joining us, you become part of a global, remote/hybrid-friendly team dedicated to bridging health care gaps with a strong sense of social responsibility. At Episource, we are enriching lives, including those of our team members through Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Chart Retrieval Specialist II will be responsible for retrieving medical records (both paper and electronic forms) from various healthcare facilities on behalf of health plans and other clients for retrospective and prospective reviews. In addition, the Chart Retrieval Specialist II will assist with training, coaching, and developing remote and field workforce across multiple states and/or regions. 

The Chart Retrieval Specialist II will be responsible for retrieving medical records (both paper and electronic forms) from various healthcare facilities on behalf of health plans and other clients for retrospective and prospective reviews. In addition, the Chart Retrieval Specialist II will assist with training, coaching, and developing remote and field workforce across multiple states and/or regions. 

This position is full time. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime. 

We offer 4 weeks of on-the-job training. The hours of training will be aligned with your schedule.

If you are located in Arizona OR Nevada, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: 

• Retrieve Medical Records, whether in person or remotely, from healthcare providers and facilities ensuring all records are obtained in a timely and accurate manner 
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations related to medical record retrieval 
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with healthcare providers and facilities to facilitate the retrieval process 
• Review medical records to ensure completeness and accuracy 
• Utilize electronic health record systems to retrieve and store medical records 
• Travels to various locations including out of town travel as needed 
• Responsible for handling on-site and remote support functions 
• Administers Level 1 field support such as scanning hardware and software issues 
• Monitors field activity including, daily communications, productivity, and retrieval procedures to ensure all work is done correctly and timely 
• Provides guidance, instruction, training, and direction to Chart Retrieval Specialists across multiple regions or states to ensure the highest quality of work 
• Assists in team building and ensuring teamwork 
• Responsible for routine checks on field team’s work including but not limited to productivity, required deliverables, quality assurance checks 
• Maintain a detailed and accurate tracking system to monitor the progress of medical record retrieval requests 
• Communicate with internal teams and external clients regarding the status of medical record retrieval requests 
• Participate in the development and implementation of process improvements including software/hardware functionality, testing, and implementation to increase efficiency and accuracy 
• Requires an individual to maintain the ability to work in an environment with PHI / PII data 
• Performs Quality Assurance and Quality Control assessments on request 
• Identifies areas of potential growth opportunity for the company and any process improvements to reduce issues with the client 
• May be assigned other duties, including supporting other departments 
• Must maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures 

 

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
• Must be 18 years of age OR older
• 1+ years in medical record retrieval or health information management experience
• 1+ years of experience working in electronic health record systems
• Experience reviewing medical records
• Ability to travel up to 95%. Travel is primarily local during the business day, although out of the area and overnight travel is to be expected
• Ability  to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to medical record retrieval
• Experience with Microsoft Word (create correspondence and work within templates), Microsoft Excel (data entry, sort / filter, and work within tables) and Microsoft Outlook (email and calendar management)

 

Telecommuting Requirements:

• Reside within AZ or NV
• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy.
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service. 

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail
• Problem solving skills, and attention to detail  
• Excellent Verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers. 
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously and carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices. 
• High level of ethics, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality  

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy  

 

Nevada Residents Only: The hourly range for this is $16.54 – $32.55 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

 

 

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

 

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