Medical Documentation Assistant

This is a remote position.

Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented Medical Documentation Assistant to support the administrative operations of a growing outpatient drug and alcohol treatment organization.

This position focuses on reviewing patient records, identifying outdated or missing documentation, and ensuring Attendance Agreements and other required records remain accurate and up to date. This is a fully remote, behind-the-scenes administrative role with very little patient interaction.

Training will be provided, so previous behavioral health experience is not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Review patient records within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
  

• Review Attendance Agreements to ensure they are current and accurate
  

• Verify assigned counselors, therapy groups, required signatures, and other documentation
  

• Identify outdated, incomplete, or incorrect patient records
  

• Generate reports of records requiring updates
  

• Notify the appropriate staff of missing or incorrect information
  

• Track outstanding documentation until completed
  

• Perform data entry and maintain organized patient records
  

• Assist with general administrative tasks as needed
  

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail
  

• Excellent organizational skills
  

• Comfortable working with computers and spreadsheets
  

• Accurate data entry skills
  

• Ability to work independently
  

• Strong written English communication skills
  

• Previous administrative experience is preferred
  

• Healthcare experience is a plus but not required
  

Work Details

• Full-time
  

• Fully remote
  

• Training provided
  

• HIPAA training provided
  

Success in This Role

Success in this role means ensuring patient records are accurate, Attendance Agreements remain current, documentation is complete, and the clinical team can rely on clean, organized records.