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Remote Medical Records Retrieval Jobs in Virginia

Chenega IT Enterprise Services

Records Clerk

Lorton, VA · On-site +1

$16.75 - $22/hr

Overview Records Clerk Remote Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a ... Retrieve files and process them for delivery to requestors. * Maintain files, including removing ...

Chenega IT Enterprise Services

Records Clerk

Lorton, VA · On-site +1

$16.75 - $22/hr

Overview Records Clerk Remote Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a ... Retrieve files and process them for delivery to requestors. * Maintain files, including removing ...

Jobs for Humanity

Document Entry Clerk

Alexandria, VA · Remote

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

Organize and maintain electronic files and records. * Retrieve and update information when ... Ability to work independently in a remote environment. * Reliable internet connection and personal ...

C-MCI

Medical Billing Specialist

Fairfax, VA · On-site +1

$18.50 - $24/hr

Remote / On-site Department: Revenue Cycle Management Overview: CMCI is seeking a detail-oriented ... Utilize thepayer lookup database to retrieve Payer IDs and transactiontypes for accurate claim ...

Maximus Federal & VES

Psychiatry, Psychiatry

Mclean, VA · Remote

$250 - $400/wk

... remote opportunity ideal for physicians interested in case review work with no patient contact. About the Role In this role, you will conduct impartial reviews of medical records and treatment ...

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How much do remote medical records retrieval jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote medical records retrieval in Virginia is $43,944.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,700.00 and $50,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote medical records retrieval?

A Remote Medical Records Retrieval job involves collecting and managing patient medical records from healthcare providers, insurance companies, or legal entities. Professionals in this role use secure digital systems to request, track, and organize medical documentation while ensuring compliance with privacy laws like HIPAA. This position typically requires strong attention to detail, communication skills, and knowledge of medical terminology. It is often part of the healthcare, insurance, or legal industries and can be done from home using secure technology platforms.

What does a remote medical records retrieval do?

A typical day involves reviewing patient requests and provider authorizations, securely accessing multiple healthcare systems to locate relevant medical records, and carefully compiling and transmitting documents according to privacy regulations. You may communicate with healthcare providers, clinics, or insurance companies to clarify information or track down missing records, often juggling several requests at once. Most work is independent and remote, though some collaboration with a support team or supervisor is common for complex cases. Organization and efficiency are key to meeting deadlines and ensuring records are returned quickly and accurately.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in remote medical records retrieval?

To excel in Remote Medical Records Retrieval, you need strong attention to detail, knowledge of medical terminology, and a basic understanding of HIPAA regulations, usually supported by experience in healthcare administration or records management. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, document management software, and secure communication platforms is essential. Excellent organizational skills, time management, and clear communication set top performers apart in this position. These abilities are vital to efficiently collect accurate records while maintaining compliance and supporting seamless healthcare operations.

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Infographic showing various Remote Medical Records Retrieval job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,944 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Medical Records Technician (Office Automation)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

Norfolk, VA • On-site, Remote

$41K - $53K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

65th of 893 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Summary
About the Position: This position falls under Defense Health Agency, Naval Health Branch Clinic Norfolk, functioning as a Medical Record Retirement Technician, maintaining and researching medical records and medical record archive system ensuring records are archived and retired, answering patient inquires, and utilizing electronic health record systems from 7:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Monday-Friday.
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  • Review and screen incoming inpatient, outpatient and ambulatory procedure visit records for compliance with established criteria.
  • Review records and files, assembling loose reports, and properly verify each jacket for patient identification making additions/corrections as necessary.
  • Verify selected inpatient and ambulatory procedure visit records with computer generated patient indexes to ensure a record is present.
  • Research and retrieve inpatient and ambulatory procedure records from the archive system.
  • Separate records into distinct shipments by patient category depending upon designated retention periods in accordance with guidelines, ensuring proper sequencing in terminal digit order.
  • Prepare and label boxes and packs records accordingly.
  • Utilize Patient Record Tracking (PRT) system to generate record retirement index.
  • Check out records in the Medical Tracking Module and track the location of the record.
  • Subject Matter Expert (SME) on proper retirement and retrieval of records at a medical treatment facility.
  • Training personnel at other clinics, coordinating shipments, and managing communication between multiple departments and agencies.
  • Assist members checking in and out of the command daily.

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Conditions of employment
  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
  • Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
  • This position has mandatory seasonal Influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal Influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons (documentation of exemption must be provided upon hire).
  • This position requires the incumbent to have Tuberculosis testing.
  • Candidate will be required to rotate sitting at the front desk and will need excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.
  • This position requires a qualified typist. A qualified typist can type 40 words per minute based on a 5 minute sample with three or fewer errors.

Qualifications
Who May Apply: US Citizens
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes at least three (3) of the following: 1) Reviewing and screening medical records to ensure compliance with prescribed standards, such as from The Joint Commission (TJC); 2) Using electronic healthcare systems, such as the Patient Record Tracking System (PRT), MHS Genesis, and the Medical Tracking Module, to generate indexes, research missing files, track records, run reports, etc.; 3) Using Automated systems, such as Microsoft Office, to create reports and type a variety of correspondence and email responses to inquiries; 4) Using problem-solving skills to provide customer service to assist with medical records, issues, and requests.
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Education: Four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university.
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Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education beyond two years (total semester hours minus 60) by 60. Add the two percentages.
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Proficiency Required:This position requires a qualified typist. A qualified typist can type 40 words per minute based on a 5 minute sample with three or fewer errors.
Education
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
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  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • Advanced Leave Accrual MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
  • Advanced In-Hire MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
  • Student Loan Repayment MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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