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Medical Records Scanning Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Medical Records Clerk

Kingsport, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

Reviews medical records to ensure they are complete, assembles records into standard filing order, analysis, scans and files records in designated areas according to applicable alphabetic and numeric ...

Medical Records Clerk

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

Medical Records Clerk Location: Chattanooga, TN An established healthcare organization is seeking a ... Equipment provided (computer, printer, scanner) * Position operates in a home-office environment

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How much do medical records scanning jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical records scanning in Tennessee is $19.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.86 and $21.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is medical records scanning?

Medical records scanning is the process of converting paper-based patient health records into digital format using scanners and specialized software. This process helps healthcare providers store, manage, and retrieve medical documents more efficiently and securely. Digitized records are easier to access, reduce the risk of physical loss, and improve compliance with privacy regulations. Medical records scanning also supports the transition to electronic health records (EHR) systems, streamlining workflows for healthcare professionals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a medical records scanning specialist?

To excel as a Medical Records Scanning Specialist, you need attention to detail, organizational skills, and a basic understanding of healthcare documentation, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with document imaging software, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and scanning hardware is typically required. Strong time management, discretion, and reliability are important soft skills for handling confidential patient information efficiently. These abilities ensure accurate digitization and secure management of medical records, which is critical for compliance and effective healthcare operations.

What are some common challenges faced in a medical records scanning role, and how can they be managed?

A common challenge in Medical Records Scanning is handling large volumes of sensitive documents while ensuring accuracy and maintaining patient confidentiality. Attention to detail is crucial to avoid misfiling or data entry errors. Additionally, adapting to different types of records and varying quality of physical documents can be demanding. Effective organization, familiarity with scanning software, and clear communication with healthcare staff can help manage these challenges and ensure a smooth workflow.

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

AspectMedical Records ScanningMedical Records Clerk
Primary RoleDigitizing paper medical records into electronic formatsManaging, organizing, and maintaining patient records
Required SkillsAttention to detail, familiarity with scanning equipment, basic computer skillsData entry, record management, communication skills
Work EnvironmentMedical facilities, data centers, or remoteHospitals, clinics, healthcare offices
CertificationsNone typically required, but familiarity with healthcare data standards helpsNone typically required, but knowledge of healthcare privacy laws is beneficial

While Medical Records Scanning focuses on converting paper records into digital formats, Medical Records Clerks handle the organization and management of these records within healthcare facilities. Both roles are essential for efficient healthcare data management, but they differ in daily tasks and skill sets.

What cities in Tennessee are hiring for Medical Records Scanning jobs?

Cities in Tennessee with the most Medical Records Scanning job openings:

Infographic showing various Medical Records Scanning job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,523 per year, or $20 per hour.

Medical Records Specialist

TriStar Horizon Medical Center

Dickson, TN • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

New


TriStar Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

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

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Medical Records Specialist 

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 Horizon 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

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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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"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Medical Records Specialist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - 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.


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