Here's a professional (JD) for a Medical Record Technician suitable for a hospital or healthcare organization.

– Medical Record Technician

Position: Medical Record Technician (MRT)

Department: Medical Records

Reporting To: Hospital Administrator

Qualification:

- Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Medical Record Technology, Health Information Management, or a related healthcare field.

- Certification in Medical Coding is an added advantage.

Experience:

- candidates with 1–3 years of experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.

- Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR/HIS) is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

- Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date patient medical records in both physical and electronic formats.

- Ensure timely collection, verification, filing, retrieval, and archiving of patient records.

- Perform medical coding using standard coding systems (ICD, CPT, or other applicable coding standards) while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

- Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information and comply with healthcare privacy regulations and organizational policies.

- Enter, update, and validate patient data in the Hospital Information System (HIS) or Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.

- Prepare and maintain medical records, departmental reports, statistics, and other documentation required by management and regulatory authorities.

- Assist in internal and external audits by organizing and providing required medical records and documentation.





- Support quality improvement initiatives by ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of medical records.

- Coordinate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to obtain complete and accurate clinical documentation.

- Identify missing or incomplete documentation and follow up with the concerned departments for timely completion.

- Ensure proper storage, retention, and disposal of medical records as per statutory and organizational guidelines.

- Perform any other duties assigned by the Medical Records Manager or Hospital Administration..

Requirements

Required Skills & Competencies

- Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare documentation.

- Proficiency in medical coding standards and practices.

- Strong data entry and record management skills.

- Familiarity with Hospital Information Systems (HIS) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR).

- Understanding of healthcare privacy, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.

- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

- Valuable organizational, analytical, and time management skills.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Key Competencies

- Accuracy and attention to detail

- Confidentiality and integrity

- Organizational and documentation skills

- Analytical thinking

- Teamwork and collaboration

- Accountability and professionalism

- Ability to work under deadlines and maintain data quality

📌 Medical Record Technician (Kannur)
🏢 Thanal
📍 Kannur