Introduction
The State of Connecticut, Department
of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the
overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an
integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient
services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in
those we serve.
Are you a self-starter? Do you have a passion for supporting
others? Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic and
reciprocal health care environment in the public sector? If so, we want you to
join us!
The
DMHAS, Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH) seeks a qualified and experienced
individual for a Medical Records Supervisor 1 within
the Administrative and Support Services Division. This position is located in the Medical Records Unit at 1000 Silver Street, Middletown,
CT. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position, with a work schedule
of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position number is 128701. This position is open to DMHAS employees
only.
Our vision at
CVH is to promote recovery through collaborative, compassionate, and culturally
competent treatment in a safe and caring environment. We are a state-operated inpatient health care
facility providing individuals with services that assist them to better manage
their illnesses, achieve personal goals, and develop skills and supports that
lead to living the most constructive and satisfying lives possible.
Selection Plan
In order to be considered for
this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee of the Department
of Mental Health & Addiction Services, who has permanent state status*, and
meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must
specify your qualifications on your application.
*For employees in the classified
service, permanent status is obtained after successful completion of a working
test period. For employees in the unclassified service, permanent status
is obtained after serving in a position for at least six months (full-time or
full-time equivalent).
This position
will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment,
SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who
meet the Minimum Qualifications - as listed on the job opening - will be
considered for this role, as determined by qualifications stated on the
submitted application.
The immediate
vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used
for future vacancies in this job class.
The minimum
experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job
opening, unless otherwise specified.
This posting
may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be
sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will
include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses.
Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM
and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.
Please ensure
that your application is complete and you have included your resume in the
“Resume Tab” of your application as you will be unable to make revisions once
you submit your application into the JobAps system. Individuals considered for
interview will be required to submit additional documentation supporting their
qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance
reviews, attendance, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure,
etc. You do not have to attach these documents to your application.
Should you
have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Doreen Clemson
at Doreen.Clemson@ct.gov or (860)
785-9855.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state medical institution or facility this class is accountable for supervising the administration and maintenance of all medical records and supervision of Medical Records Specialists and other clerical support staff engaged in the quality assurance and technical review of medical records.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work of staff; provides technical training and assistance in medical records procedures to subordinates and other hospital personnel; conducts performance evaluations; determines priorities and plans unit work; establishes and maintains unit procedures; develops or makes recommendations on development of policies and standards; designs and supervises health care information systems monitored by comprehensive statistical reports, detailed medical record form design and thorough medical record quality control checks; ensures compliance with Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JACHO) standards; responds to court subpoenas and inquires for medical record information in accordance with state and federal confidentiaity regulations and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare organizations standards, Medicare and/or Medicaid regulations, Public Health Code standards and other governing bodies which might impact on federal funding; interprets and administers pertinent laws; prepares or assists in budget preparation; maintains professional contacts with individuals both within and outside of state who might impact on record keeping activities; serves in a consultative role to medical professionals on proper methods of medical documentation; maintains various records and indices; may supervise mircofilming or medical records; performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; considerable knowledge of principles and practices of modern medical records administration; considerable knowledge of Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations medical records standards; considerable knowledge of medical record terminology with particular emphasis on International Classification of Disease Adopted procedures (ICD), Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM) and Current Procedure Terminology (CPM); considerable knowledge of medical record coding principles and techniques; considerable knowledge of organization of medical institutions; knowledge of principles of statistical data tabulation and analysis; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; supervisory ability.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Seven (7) years of experience in the maintenance of medical records and preparation of statistical reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
1. Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been at the level of a Medical Records Specialist 2 or its equivalent.
2. Certification as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) may be required at the time of appointment to this class in accordance with the Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Hospitals (CAMH) and the Joint Commission.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
College training in medical record administration may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.