Job Category: Administrative/Clerical
Hospital Location: Newmarket ON
Job Type: Permanent, Part time
Number of Positions: 1
Union: SEIU CLERICAL
Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $33.61 - $37.32
Why Join Our Team? A people-first workplace environment that prioritizes belonging, wellness, and psychological safety.
Hybrid, virtual, and in-person working environment (where applicable).
Progressive health and dental benefit plans.
HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing.
Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.
About the role: The Coder - Health Records Technician will work with physicians and allied health care providers toward a common understanding of CIHI grouper methodology and its relationship to documentation, funding and decision-making. Maintains effective interpersonal skills to work with physicians, co-workers and staff in a positive co-operative manner.
What you'll be doing: Using ICD-10 CA and CCI classification to assign codes to inpatient, day surgery, oncology and or emergency patients
Entering data (abstracting) into Med2020 WinRecs system
Perform the above functions on a concurrent basis with accuracy
Must have excellent knowledge of medical terminology
Must have a good understanding of anatomy and physiology along with disease processes
Self-driven to keep up the above noted knowledge
Perform all quality, correction functions associated with above functions
Performs other duties consistent with the job classification, as required.
Work with physicians to affect change in documentation on the chart such that CMGs and expected length of stay are correctly assigned.
What you bring: Health Information Management diploma




Canadian Health Information Management Association certification (CHIMA)
Two years current coding of inpatient, day surgery, oncology and or emergency records using ICD-10 CA and CCI
Complexity Analysis
Competent in software - MS Office, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint is an asset
Ability to maneuver through Meditech, Med2020 WinRecs, Folio
Ability to focus and concentrate in a busy, often loud environment
Demonstrated initiative, leadership and teamwork skills
Demonstrated commitment to professional development
Demonstrated excellence in communication, both written and verbal
Demonstrated analytical and problem assessment skills
Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork
Demonstrated individual leadership skills
Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a secure and inclusive environment for all.
Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Health
Southlake Health is fully committed to a culture of belonging and an inclusive environment that encourages every team member to lead within their role, generate innovative ideas that reinforce our mission and goal to create a healthy workplace where our community can thrive.




Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.
We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants who may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify the Human Resources Department when contacted for an interview. The People, Culture and Experience team will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process, which will enable you to be assessed fairly and equitably.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) We prioritize a people-first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. To ensure fairness and transparency, all applications are reviewed and assessed by our dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI). We value the unique perspective each candidate brings to our organization.
Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities It is the responsibility of all Southlake Health employees to work safely and promote health and safety in the workplace. Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S; Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S; policies and procedures. Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide. Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance

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📌 Health Records Technician (Ontario)
🏢 Southlake
📍 Ontario