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Circlehealth

Medical Records Officer

Reading, PA · On-site

Medical Records Officer Circle Reading Hospital 37.5 Hours & Permanent Salary: 24,947.00 per year Circle Reading Hospital is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent ...

Circlehealth

Medical Records Officer (Bank) Albyn Hospital Bank Shifts Salary: 12.79 per hour Albyn Hospital in Aberdeen is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a ...

City of New York

Records Access Officer

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

The Department's main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other ... The Fire Department, City of New York (FDNY), seeks a full-time Records Access Officer in the ...

City of New York

Records Access Officer

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

The Department's main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other ... The Fire Department, City of New York (FDNY), seeks a full-time Records Access Officer in the ...

MEDLOGIX, LLC

Medical Records Specialist

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Facilitate contact (phone & email) with provider officers and clients regarding medical records status * Process medical records requests Administration * Maintain proficiency with company computer ...

Aptive

Medical Records Technician

Washington, DC · On-site

$41K - $57K/yr

The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) Commissioned Corps Officers, civil service staff ... Determines coding for relevant medical record forms from appropriate * Files/scans laboratory ...

Naphcare, Inc.

Medical Records Clerk

Florence, AZ · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

As a Correctional Medical Records Clerk , you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals who provide care to the individuals in residence. This is a unique position ...

Aptive

Medical Records Technician

Washington, DC

$41K - $57K/yr

The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) Commissioned Corps Officers, civil service staff ... Determines coding for relevant medical record forms from appropriate * Files/scans laboratory ...

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How much do medical records officer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for medical records officer in the United States is $65,883.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,000.00 and $91,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Medical Records Officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Records Officer, you need a strong understanding of health information management, attention to detail, and typically an associate's degree or certification in health information technology. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, medical coding standards (such as ICD-10, CPT), and data privacy regulations is essential. Excellent organizational skills, discretion, and effective communication help ensure accurate record-keeping and collaboration with healthcare teams. These competencies are vital for maintaining data integrity, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the delivery of quality patient care.

What are some common challenges Medical Records Officers face when managing electronic health records (EHRs)?

Medical Records Officers often encounter challenges such as maintaining data accuracy, ensuring patient confidentiality, and keeping up with frequent updates to EHR software. They must be vigilant in preventing unauthorized access to sensitive information and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations like HIPAA. Additionally, collaborating with medical staff to retrieve or clarify documentation can require strong communication and problem-solving skills. Staying organized and detail-oriented is key to overcoming these challenges in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

What is the difference between Medical Records Officer vs Medical Records Clerk?

AspectMedical Records OfficerMedical Records Clerk
CredentialsHigh school diploma; certification in health information management preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesMedical offices, clinics, healthcare facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesManaging patient records, ensuring data accuracy, compliance with privacy lawsData entry, filing, retrieving patient records

The Medical Records Officer typically has more responsibilities, including managing and overseeing medical records, while the Medical Records Clerk focuses on data entry and record organization. Both roles are essential in healthcare settings, but the officer often requires additional certifications and handles more complex tasks.

What are medical records officers?

Medical records officers are professionals responsible for managing and organizing patients' health information in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings. They ensure that medical records are accurate, secure, and compliant with legal and ethical standards. Their duties often include updating patient files, maintaining confidentiality, and working with healthcare providers to ensure that records are accessible for treatment and billing purposes. Medical records officers play a crucial role in the smooth operation of healthcare facilities by keeping patient information organized and up to date.
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Infographic showing various Medical Records Officer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,883 per year, or $31.7 per hour.

Medical Records Officer

Circlehealth

Reading, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Medical Records Officer
Circle Reading Hospital
37.5 Hours & Permanent
Salary: 24,947.00 per year

Circle Reading Hospital is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Medical Records Officer to join their team of staff in theMedical Records department.

This is a full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required tocover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

  • Prepare patient records for upcoming clinics, admissions, investigations, and procedures.

  • Ensure all required documentation (e.g., consent forms, test results, referral letters) is accurately filed and accessible for clinical teams.

  • Locate and retrieve patient notes efficiently when requested by clinical, admin, or legal teams.

  • Handle patient information with the highest standards of confidentiality and discretion.

  • Support clinicians and administrative teams by ensuring timely access to complete and accurate records.

  • Use electronic systems (e.g., hospital PAS, EMR, or EPR platforms) to log, update, and search patient data accurately.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

  • Previous administrative experience, ideally in a healthcare or records-focused role.

  • Good understanding of confidentiality, GDPR, and information governance.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Good organisational skills and ability to manage time and priorities effectively.

  • Comfortable working with IT systems and databases.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and respectful manner.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:

  • 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service

  • Private Pension Scheme

  • Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions

  • Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

  • Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay

  • Non-contributory life insurance

  • Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits

  • Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing

  • Employee recognition programmes

  • Industry leading training and development opportunities

...and much more!

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles...and more.

We're passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy

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