Job Information
Arkansas Government Job HEALTH RECORDS SPECIALIST in Dumas, Arkansas
HEALTH RECORDS SPECIALIST
Date: Dec 5, 2024
Req ID: 44916
Location:
Dumas, AR, US, 71639
Category: AR DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Anticipated Starting Salary: 37,265.00
Arkansas Department of Health
4815 W Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
Position Number: 22105959
County: Desha City: Dumas
Posting End Date: 12/18/24
Anticipated Starting Salary: $37,265.00
Division of Local Public Health – Desha County Local Public Health Unit
CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION
Additional Preferences:
Frequent in-state travel with occasional over-night travel required. Must have a valid Arkansas Driver’s License.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
Knowledge of Arkansas Department of Health clerical policies and procedures preferred.
One (1) year of experience working in the Local Public Health Unit preferred.
Hiring Official: S. Salinas
Recruitment Contact: Sheila.Smith@arkansas.gov - 501-661-2268
The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.
Position Information
Class Code: C030C
Grade: GS05
FLSA Status: EXEMPT
Salary Range: $32,405.00 - $51,686.00
Summary
The Health Records Specialist is responsible for directing the administrative support activities of health units throughout an assigned area. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Functions
Directs personnel within the area on proper procedures for records management to comply with federal records requirements. Interprets records management policies and procedures to area and local health unit personnel during the implementation of new programs for accurate record keeping and reporting. Oversees the collection and processing of fees collected, food vouchers issued, and billing systems by interpreting policies and procedures, training, monitoring, and on-site audits. Supervises the preparation of field visit activity reports to ensure compliance with federal reporting requirements. May supervise support staff by approving/disapproving a variety of actions, policies, and procedures recommended by subordinates. Performs other duties as assigned
Dimensions
Frequent overnight in-state travel is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of public health records, billing, and data systems. Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures. Ability to direct and oversee record keeping and reporting activities to ensure compliance. Ability to develop policies and procedures for record keeping and management systems. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of subordinates.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of an associate degree in office administration, office occupation, business management, secretarial science, or related field; plus two years experience in clerical record keeping and/or retrieval and retention, or a related field, including one year in a leadership capacity. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Licenses
None
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market:Little Rock
