Maternal Medical Records Abstractor – Obstetrics, OBGYN

Responsibilities

• Comprehensively select and extract pertinent information from medical records
• Document findings for review by the MD MMRT
• Abstract cases within a specific time frame
• Coordinate notifications with the MDH Maternal Mortality Review Coordinator
• Attend monthly MD MMRT meetings and provide support during case reviews
• Ensure all data is complete, unbiased, and in compliance with confidentiality laws (e.g., HIPAA)

Requirements

• At least five years of full-time or equivalent part-time professional experience in public health, health care or equivalent, with obstetrics experience
• Experience in medical record review including an in-depth understanding of medical records organization
• Flexibility and ability to accomplish tasks in short time frames
• Strong attention to details
• Knowledge of HIPAA and confidentiality laws
• Ability to serve as an objective, unbiased storyteller
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills
• Skill with word processing and data entry (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
• Ability to maintain organized, accurate records

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in medical record review and data abstraction, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality laws while maintaining organized and accurate records. Strong communication and interpersonal skills support effective collaboration and documentation in public health and obstetrics.