Medical Records Director

McCormick Post Acute situated in McCormick, SC is a familiar place with a lot of familiar faces. We are committed to serving our residents with kindness, compassion and exceptional care and we are equally as invested in our staff where we work hard, we lift each other up, and we have fun! Come see for yourself the small-town difference and what makes McCormick Post Acute a great place to work.

Are you super organized, detail-obsessed (in a good way ), and love keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? Do charts, compliance, and confidentiality spark joy for you? Then we want YOU to lead our Medical Records department as our Medical Records Director.

What You'll Do:

Oversee and manage all resident medical records (paper & electronic)

️ Ensure charts are accurate, complete, and compliant

️️ Maintain HIPAA and confidentiality like a pro

Prepare records for audits, surveys, and inspections

Work closely with nursing, therapy, and administration

Track admissions, discharges, and record retention

Be the go-to expert for all things medical records!

What We're Looking For:

️ Experience in medical records (long-term care experience a plus!)

️ Knowledge of HIPAA and healthcare compliance

️ Strong organization and time-management skills

️ Tech-savvy with EMR systems

️ Dependable, detail-oriented, and a team player

️ Ability to juggle multiple tasks with a smile

What We Offer:

$15-18/hr

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO & holiday pay

401(k) options

Supportive leadership & great team culture

A workplace where your role truly matters!

Ready to Apply?

If you love order, accuracy, and being the backbone of resident care-this is your moment!

Apply today and help keep our records (and our facility) in tip-top shape!

General Purpose

The Medical Records Director oversees the management, security, and accuracy of resident health records in compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations. This role ensures timely documentation, supports clinical and administrative staff, and maintains confidentiality and integrity of all medical information within the skilled nursing facility.

Essential Duties

• Manage the creation, maintenance, and storage of resident medical records in accordance with HIPAA and regulatory guidelines
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of admissions, discharges, transfers, and clinical updates
• Monitor record completion and compliance with facility policies and state/federal requirements
• Coordinate with nursing, therapy, and administrative teams to support documentation needs
• Handle requests for medical records from residents, families, legal representatives, and outside providers
• Oversee electronic health record (EHR) systems and troubleshoot documentation issues
• Train and supervise medical records staff (if applicable)
• Prepare reports and audits for internal and external review
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive health information
• Support survey readiness and respond to documentation-related inquiries from regulatory agencies

Supervisory Requirements

The Medical Records Director may supervise medical records staff, providing training, scheduling, and performance oversight to ensure compliance with HIPAA, documentation standards, and facility policies.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Health Information Management preferred
• Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or similar credential preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in medical records or health information management, preferably in long-term care
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid documentation standards, and SNF regulations
• Proficiency in EHR systems and Microsoft Office
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting, typing, and reviewing documents
• Occasional walking, standing, and lifting up to 25 lbs
• Ability to focus in a busy environment and handle confidential information with discretion

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.