Job Title: MRD Supervisor / In-Charge
Location: Almas Hospital - Kottakkal
Department: Medical Records Department (MRD)
Reporting To: Hospital Administrator / Quality Head
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented MRD Supervisor / In-Charge to oversee the effective functioning of the Medical Records Department. The ideal candidate will ensure proper documentation, confidentiality, indexing, and retrieval of patient medical records in compliance with hospital policies and applicable healthcare regulations (e.g., NABH, HIPAA).
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise daily operations of the Medical Records Department.
- Ensure proper filing, storage, retrieval, and archiving of patient records (physical and electronic).
- Maintain confidentiality and security of medical records.
- Coordinate with clinical departments to ensure timely and complete documentation.
- Ensure compliance with hospital standards, NABH, and legal requirements.
- Handle patient record requests from patients, insurance, and legal bodies, with proper authorization.
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of EMR systems (if applicable).
- Train and monitor MRD staff on records handling, indexing, and medical coding basics.
- Prepare and maintain departmental reports, audits, and statistics.
- Support hospital accreditation processes and internal audits.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, Hospital Administration, or related field.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in MRD operations, preferably in a hospital setting.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, records coding, and hospital documentation practices.
- Familiarity with NABH standards and medical record keeping guidelines.
- Proficiency in computer applications and hospital EMR/HIS systems.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Preferred:
- Certification in Health Information Management (HIM) or related discipline.
- Prior experience working with NABH or JCI-accredited institutions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- MRD: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person