Medical Records Clerk
しんりょうろくかかりいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Medical Records Clerks at hospitals and clinics create and manage patient medical records, and perform clerical work including the creation and review of receipts required for medical fee claims.
Description
Medical Records Clerks at medical institutions such as hospitals and clinics create, organize, input into electronic charts, record, and manage patient medical records (charts). They also handle the creation and review of receipts (medical fee detail statements) necessary for medical fee claims, insurance claim tasks, and collaborate with departments like medical affairs to support accurate claim administration. Furthermore, they ensure proper handling of medical information and protection of personal data, cooperating with doctors and nurses to support smooth medical administration operations.
Future Outlook
With the progress of an aging society, demand for clerical staff in medical institutions is expected to remain stable, and demand for Medical Records Clerks with IT skills is anticipated to increase due to the普及 of electronic charts and medical information systems.
Personality Traits
Emphasizes accuracy / Has cooperativeness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Clinic work / Contract employee / Dispatched employee / Full-time employee / Hospital work / Shift work
Career Path
Medical Clerk (general) → Medical Administration Leader → Medical Affairs Reception → Medical Coordinator
Required Skills
Electronic chart operation / Insurance medical system / Medical terminology / Receipt creation
Recommended Skills
Communication skills / Medical information systems / Office software
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in medical fee claims is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks with few opportunities for creative thinking. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Medical Administration Certification
- Medical Fee Claim Administration Competency Exam
Aliases
- Medical Records Clerk
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- Medical Clerk
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