## Clinical Coding SpecialistApply: Remote: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown): Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 30, 2026 (7 days left to apply): JR02055**Position Details****Job Number:**JR02055**Department:**Coding and Health Information**This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:**Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)**Job Type:**Regular, Full time**Contract Duration: (If applicable)**0 months**Number of Positions:**1**Union:**CUPE Local 786**Hourly Rate (Min / Max):**$32.18 - $34.95**Schedule****Work Days:**Monday to Friday**Time of Day:**Days**Shift:**Hours - 7.5 **Shift Start: (If applicable)**AM 08:00 **Reason for Posting:**Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy**Application Dates****Opening Date:**2026-09-22**Closing Date:**2026-09-29**Job Description****Position Summary** The Clinical Coding Specialist performs the function of coding and abstracting as well as carrying out the department’s goals and objectives of providing & maintaining comprehensive accurate and complete health records. The Clinical Coding Specialist is responsible for the coding and classification of all diseases and interventions for inpatient and outpatient encounters in accordance with CIHI standards and MOHLTC requirements.



Other appropriate duties may be assigned as required. **Qualifications** •Employee must be certified with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) in good standing •Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CA/CCI coding practices and policies. •MS office suite of products including Excel Word Power Point and Access. •Clerical testing may be required as part of the selection process. •Knowledge of computerized abstracting systems (for both DAD and NACRS) encoder and grouper. (3M preferred) •Excellent working knowledge of CIHI Coding standards CIHI DAD and NACRS Abstraction Manuals RIW HIG CACS and diagnoses typing •Solid communication skills are an asset to this position •Prior coding experience an asset preferably in a large teaching hospital. •Comprehensive knowledge of pathophysiology biomedical sciences information sciences and technology and integration of clinical and financial information. •Able to work in a team environment •Consideration given to previous work record and attendance Note: Coding test will be administered as part of the interview process.
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📌 Clinical Coding Specialist (Ontario)
🏢 St. Joe's
📍 Ontario