Marion Gitonga
Chuka
Summary
Dynamic Health Records Clerk with expertise in health information management and medical coding at Chuka Level 5 Hospital. Proven track record in ensuring compliance and accuracy in patient documentation, while effectively resolving issues and training staff. Strong communicator skilled in data analysis and maintaining patient confidentiality.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Health Records Clerk
Chuka Level 5 hospital
Chuka
02.2024 - 08.2025
- Maintained accurate patient health records in electronic and paper formats.
- Processed incoming medical records requests from healthcare providers and patients.
- Assisted in filing, scanning, and organizing patient documentation efficiently.
- Coding medical data using the ICD-10 system
- Ensured compliance with privacy regulations in handling sensitive information.
- Reviewed all documentation for accuracy before being filed into the patient's chart.
- Verified the accuracy of medical coding prior to submitting insurance claims.
- Resolved issues related to incorrect coding or other errors found in medical records.
- Identified trends in diagnostic codes that could indicate potential fraud or abuse.
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Kanyakine Sub county hospital
Meru
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Ensured accurate coding of diagnoses and procedures.
- Processed requests for medical records from healthcare providers.
- Assisted in training new staff on record management practices.
- Maintained confidentiality and security of sensitive patient information.
- Reviewed documents for completeness and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted audits to verify accuracy of health information documentation.
- Provided technical support for computer applications related to clinical documentation systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Records And Information Management
Mount Kenya University
Thika, Kenya 09.2020 - 11.2025
Certificate In Digital Marketing - Digital Marketing
ACWICT
02.2022 - 04.2022
Skills
- Health information management
- Medical coding
- Electronic health records
- Data analysis
- Digital marketing
- Compliance regulations
- Patient confidentiality
- Effective communication
- Problem resolution
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
First Language
German
Beginner (A1)
A1
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
Affiliations
- Science fairs
- Volunteering
- Fitness
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Health Records Clerk
Chuka Level 5 hospital
02.2024 - 08.2025
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Kanyakine Sub county hospital
02.2022 - 11.2022
Certificate In Digital Marketing - Digital Marketing
ACWICT
02.2022 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Health Records And Information Management
Mount Kenya University
09.2020 - 11.2025