Medical Records Tech/Data Analysis Spec - Mental Health - 327

"They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live..." - Client from Telecare

What You Will Do to Change Lives

The Medical Records Technician (MRT)/Data Specialty is responsible for the maintenance, storage, and processing of all medical records and EHR data. This involves performing a variety of clerical and technical duties associated with the management and oversight of a program's medical records including, but not limited to assembly, analysis, release of information, data processing, collection, outcome report production, reconciliation and preparation of reports in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal and regulatory requirements of a mental health care system. The MRT/Data Specialist must be able to work independently and have the ability to interact and communicate both verbally and in writing with members served, family members, the public, physicians and staff.

Shifts Available:

Full-Time | AM | Shifts: 8:00 am-4:30pm | Days: Mon-Fri

Expected starting wage range is $21.00 - $22.52. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

What You Must Bring to the Table (Must Have)

• A high school diploma or a G.E.D.


• One (1) year of database experience


• One (1) year of EHR or healthcare information system experience in a psychiatric inpatient or outpatient program or acute hospital setting


• Working knowledge of managing a hybrid medical record system


• EHR System experience, Caminar, Avatar (desired)


• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations, survey process, accreditation standards, and psychiatric requirements


• Knowledge and application of appropriate coding systems; ICD-10 CM, DSM V


• Knowledge of documentation and legal issues pertaining to HIPAA, PHI, and other health information

What's In It for You*

• Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year


• Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)


• Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship


• Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships


• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan


• For more information visit: https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits

Join Our Compassionate Team

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

The San Diego Mental Health Collaborative Court (MHCC) program serves 60 adults ages 18-59 who have been involved in, or are transitioning out of, correctional facilities. They are parole eligible, and have a serious mental illness diagnosis.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.