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Medical Records Retrieval Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Medical Records & Billing Specialist Pay Rate: $21.00 / hour Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire ... Collaborate directly with clinical staff to retrieve required missing documentation to successfully ...

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How much do medical records retrieval jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for medical records retrieval in Tennessee is $40,229.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,600.00 and $45,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a medical records retrieval?

A Medical Records Retrieval job involves obtaining patient medical records from healthcare providers, hospitals, and insurance companies. Professionals in this role handle requests, verify authorizations, and ensure compliance with privacy regulations like HIPAA. They may work for law firms, insurance companies, or healthcare organizations that need medical records for claims, legal cases, or patient care. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and knowledge of medical terminology are essential for success in this field.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in medical records retrieval?

Professionals in Medical Records Retrieval are responsible for locating, organizing, and delivering patient health records in accordance with legal and organizational guidelines. On a daily basis, this may involve responding to records requests from healthcare providers, insurance companies, or patients, verifying authorization documents, and tracking requests through electronic management systems. The role requires frequent coordination with medical staff, office administrators, and other recordkeeping personnel to ensure information accuracy and privacy. As you gain experience, you may take on additional tasks such as auditing records for compliance, assisting with process improvements, or training new staff on retrieval procedures.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in medical records retrieval, and why are they important?

To thrive in Medical Records Retrieval, you need strong attention to detail, basic knowledge of healthcare documentation, and familiarity with HIPAA regulations, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and document management software is commonly required, and certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) may be preferred for some positions. Excellent organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage time efficiently are valuable soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure the accurate, timely, and confidential retrieval of medical records, which supports patient care and compliance with healthcare regulations.

What are the most commonly searched types of Medical Records Retrieval jobs in Tennessee?

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Infographic showing various Medical Records Retrieval job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 60% In-person, and 40% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $40,229 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

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Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Medical Records Specialist today with TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Medical Records Specialist, you would be responsible for assisting the HIM Director by routinely performing duties in support of the management of the Horizon Patient Folder (HPF)/McKesson Patient Folder (MPF) workflow queues, working applicable worklists within 3M 360 Encompass, the resolution of unbilled accounts, and the processing of physician suspensions. In addition, you will serve as the primary point of contact when the HIM Director and/or HIM Coordinator is unavailable.

In this role you will:

  • Retrieves discharged medical records from various departments in the hospital and reconciles them to ensure that all records are accounted for.
  • Facilitates the retrieval and printing of medical records from storage, as well as the storage, archival and record retention of documents and/or other Alternate Media that cannot be scanned into HPF/MPF (e.g., fetal monitor strips).
  • May assist with the physician suspension process by evaluating if a physician should be put on suspension, creating the list of recommended suspensions for approval, sending out notice letters, making reminder calls, etc.
  • Prepares medical records and loose documents for scanning.
  • Scans medical record documents.
  • Indexes medical record documentation.
  • Performs a paper document to PC screen quality control validation to ensure that all documents associated with each record have been scanned.
  • Completes any certification program and continuing education that may be required by state law to accurately perform the duties of the birth certificate clerk completion and works under the guidelines and process as defined by the state.
  • Interacts with the parents to collect and document the birth information, delivering the appropriate forms to them and providing guidance in the completion of the forms.
  • Works with the parents to complete the Acknowledgment of Paternity form, which can require patience, diplomacy, and sensitivity if there is conflict regarding parental responsibility.
  • Reviews patient medical records and other resources, as needed, to obtain required birth information.

What qualifications you will need:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Hospital or medical office experience preferred, but not required. Previous experience in the handling of patient health information, medical records document imaging and/or medical records is strongly preferred.
  • Completing a certification program from the state(s) may be required for birth certificate processing, training and course fees will be provided.
Benefits

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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Parallon provides full-service revenue cycle management, or total patient account resolution, for HCA Healthcare. Our services include scheduling, registration, insurance verification, hospital billing, revenue integrity, collections, payment compliance, credentialing, health information management, customer service, payroll and physician billing. We also provide full-service revenue cycle management as well as targeted solutions, such as Medicaid Eligibility, for external clients across the country. Parallon has over 17,000 colleagues, and serves close to 1,000 hospitals and 3,000 physician practices, all making an impact on patients, providers and their communities.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Medical Records Specialist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.