Medical Records Specialist (MRS) – Hospice

VitalCaring Group

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Ocean Springs, Mississippi

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Medical Records Specialist maintains accurate electronic medical records and manages physician orders within a hospice setting. They collaborate with clinical and operational teams to ensure documentation compliance with state and federal regulatory standards.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred college coursework, and at least one year of administrative or office experience, preferably in a healthcare setting. You possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities to ensure accurate and compliant medical record management.

Must Have Skills for ATS

EMR

medical terminology

Job Description

About VitalCaring

At VitalCaring, our mission is to transform lives and foster hope through genuine caring. Every role on our team contributes to delivering high-quality, compassionate care—and behind the scenes, our Medical Records Specialists play a critical role in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuity of care for every patient we serve.

Position Overview

The Medical Records Specialist (MRS) is responsible for maintaining accurate, timely, and complete electronic medical records in a hospice setting. This role supports clinical and operational teams by managing documentation, tracking physician orders, and ensuring records are compliant with regulatory standards.

You’ll be a key partner to the branch team - helping ensure everything behind the scenes runs smoothly so our clinicians can focus on patient care.

What You'll Do

Medical Records & Documentation Management

  • Organize, review, and maintain patient records within the electronic medical record (EMR) system
  • Process incoming documents, images, and orders in a timely and accurate manner
  • Attach and manage clinical documentation, including lab reports, visit notes, and signed orders

Orders Management

  • Track, monitor, and follow up on unsigned physician orders
  • Prioritize aging orders to ensure timely completion and support billing processes
  • Communicate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other providers to collect and confirm orders
  • Maintain detailed tracking notes to keep the team informed of outstanding items

Communication & Coordination

  • Collaborate with clinical, sales, and branch teams to support documentation needs
  • Communicate proactively with leadership regarding delays or concerns
  • Assist with inbound/outbound communication, including phone, fax, and electronic systems
  • Ensure records are shared with authorized parties in accordance with policy

Compliance & Quality

  • Maintain knowledge of state and federal documentation requirements
  • Ensure all records meet regulatory and company standards
  • Identify and escalate documentation gaps or risks

 

What You’ll Bring

  • High school diploma or equivalent (college coursework preferred)
  • 1+ year of administrative or office experience (healthcare setting preferred)
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Basic computer proficiency and comfort with electronic systems
  • Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Reliable transportation

 

What Sets You Apart

  • Experience working with EMR systems or healthcare documentation
  • Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment
  • Proactive mindset with strong follow-through
  • Commitment to accuracy and quality in every task

 

 

At VitalCaring, our values - trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called - guide every interaction.

If you’re ready to help patients regain independence where it matters most, apply today.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.

VitalCaring Group

VitalCaring delivers compassionate, high quality home-based healthcare to patients in the comfort of their own home. By bringing together like-minded people who are called to care and supported by a positive organizational culture, our care teams are best positioned to deliver an exceptional patient experience at every encounter. VitalCaring is a national leader in the home health care and hospice industry serving patients throughout the Southern United States, including Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida. From its base in the Southeast, VitalCaring is expanding to serve even more communities nationwide.
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