Req ID: 225441

Location: ProvincialZone,Bethune Building - QEII

Department: GC Privacy CZ

Type of Employment: TemporaryHourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1

Union: NSGEUAdmin ProfessionalsPosition

Posting Closing Date: 27-Aug-26

Health Records Technician - Access & Disclosure
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Provincial Privacy Manager - Access & Disclosure, the Health Records Technician – Access and Disclosure is responsible for facilitating access by patients to their personal health information held by Nova Scotia Health. They provide assistance and guidance to patients and families with completing the requisite forms and paying fees in order to obtain copies of medical records.

The Health Records Technician also processes requests and releases information for third parties including, but not limited to: law firms, law enforcement agencies, insurance companies, Workers Compensation Boards, licensing bodies such as the College of Physicians and Surgeons and the Department of Community Services, and other third parties following the guidelines for access to personal health information as set forth in the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and NSH policies.

The Health Records Technician accepts and processes subpoenas, court orders, and production orders and attends court as an agent of NSH to provide medical records for trials and hearings when subpoenaed.

The Health Records Technician collects payments for Access to Personal Health Information, provides estimates for the production of medical records, and generates billing for the same for the Finance Department.

About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

Grade XII plus graduation from an accredited Health Information Management Program required

Certified member in good standing of the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) required
If noapplicant meets the above requirements,



applicants who are currently enrolled in a HIM program and eligible for certification with CHIMA may be considered for a Records Tech in Training position

Computer competency with Meditech, Adobe Pro, MOVEit secure email, and Microsoft Office Suite preferred

Extensive knowledge of privacy legislation

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent organization and time management skills

Demonstrated judgment and decision making skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work under time restraints, meet deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision

Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Approximately 12 months

Compensation and Benefits
$29.44 - $31.57 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our advantages package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

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📌 Health Records Technician - Access & Disclosure (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Nova Scotia Health Authority
📍 Nova Scotia