Summary
Corrections professionals help maintain a humane and secure environment while supporting public safety and successful reentry.
Duties
- Analyze medical records for completeness, consistency, and compliance with JCAHO, BOP, and medical staff requirements.
- Perform monthly medical record audits in coordination with medical staff.
- Process requests for medical information from outside hospitals, clinics, and physicians.
- Respond to requests for BOP medical information, including court orders, U.S. Attorneys, and other institutions.
- Code complicated diagnoses and procedures using ICD-9-CM for discharged inmates and ensure documentation is supported in the medical record.
- Establish medical records for new admissions and manage records transferred from other BOP institutions.
- Perform administrative duties such as preparing reports, purchase orders, receiving reports, pay vouchers, quarterly and annual reports, medical referrals, and pre-certification requests.
Work Environment
- This position is located at FCC Forrest City, AR.
- Onsite work only; telework is not available.
- The role includes correctional institution responsibilities and maintaining institutional security.
Requirements & Qualifications
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Selective Service requirements apply.
- Must meet GL-07 qualifications through education or specialized experience.
- Specialized experience should include medical terminology, medical records, documentation requests, and review of records for completeness and compliance with JCAHO standards.
- Experience coding records using ICD-9-CM is required.
- Knowledge of release-of-information procedures, including FOIA and the Privacy Act, is preferred.
- Ability to develop statistical reports, retrieve information, research records, and analyze compliance issues.
- Experience coordinating documentation and record information with hospitals, treatment facilities, and outside organizations.
- Background investigation, drug test, physical, urinalysis, and pre-employment/panel interview are required.
- Must complete the three-week Introduction to Correctional Techniques training course.
- Maximum entry age of 36 may apply for original appointment in a BOP institution, with exceptions for eligible veterans and prior federal law enforcement coverage.
Benefits & Perks
Benefits
- Comprehensive federal employee benefits package
- Medical, family, and other federal coverage options depending on appointment type
- Opportunity for professional and personal growth
- Career development within the Federal Bureau of Prisons
Location
Arkansas, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Salary Range
$57,188 - $72,328
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
3 weeks ago