: Temporary Full-Time (up to 12 months with possible extension) Department
: Health Records Union Association
: CUPE Hours of Work: Day shifts (Monday to Friday)
subject to change based on operational needs Salary:$31.36 - $35.51/hour Summary of Job:
The Health Record Technician is responsible for the timely and accurate coding of clinical reports as required by provincial and federal standards. The Health Records Technician Participates in service and hospital-wide activities and programs that model and promote a safe and healthy patient-centered environment and that contribute to quality improvement and risk management initiatives. Responsibilities
Ensure patient confidentiality DAD and NACRS coding of diseases and interventions using International Classification of Disease version 10 (ICD-10) and Canadian Classifications of Interventions (CCI) Abstraction of diagnosis and symptoms according to CIHI guidelines
Assembly of inpatient,
emergency and day surgery charts Qualitative and Quantitative analysis of inpatient charts Assisting with routine office duties as necessary, telephone and counter etc. Other duties as deemed necessary to ensure efficient functioning of a busy Health Records Department
Qualifications
Graduate of an approved Health Information Management program, from a recognized college Certification with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) is mandatory Current active CHIMA member in valuable standing and maintained on an annual basis
Knowledge of the Public Hospitals Act, ICD-10/CCI disease classifications standards Sound knowledge of CIHI coding standards Knowledge with CIHI grouping methodologies i.e. CMG, CACS, HIG Familiarity with Med2020 (WinRecs), or other abstracting software
Knowledge of a terminal digit filing system Positive organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail Demonstrated courteous, pleasant and accountable work ethic Proven communication skills and ability to work independently or with others as required
Good attendance and availability required
📌 Health Records Technician - Temporary Full-Time (Kingston)
🏢 brockvillegeneralhospital
📍 Kingston
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