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Req Number 180775 Job Description Performs all tasks related to discharge processing and document prepping, scanning and indexing. Interacts with nursing and support staff throughout the hospital. Job Responsibility 1.Retrieves the medical records of discharged patients from the nursing units on a daily basis. 2.Utilizing specialized knowledge, reconciles records against discharge reports and iden
8:00 AM
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