# Medical Records Technician (Health Information Technician)

Hiring organization: [Veterans Health Administration](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/veterans-health-administration)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/a24ff01a-a0cb-4304-bef8-c76133ac2a2a

Listed on Veterans Health Administration's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Entry
- Location: New Orleans, LA
- Salary: 37193 – 65599 USD per year

## Summary

This role involves reviewing and analyzing patient health records at a VA medical center to ensure they meet documentation standards, regulatory requirements, and legal compliance. The position suits someone with medical background knowledge who can work independently managing incomplete records and coordinating with clinical staff to resolve documentation issues.

_Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration's wording._

## Skills named

Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Excel

## Required

- U.S. citizenship
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
- One year creditable experience in health records work OR associate's degree in health information technology/management OR equivalent combination of experience and education
- Proficiency in spoken and written English

## Nice to have

- Bachelor's degree in health information management
- Experience with delinquency tracking software
- Experience with quality improvement reviews

Apply on Veterans Health Administration's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/889428800