Interior Health seeks an experienced Health Information Practitioner skilled in coding and abstracting for a full time permanent position in Vernon.

This position performs technical health information functions within Interior Health’s site in Vernon. You will manage classification systems, clinical and administrative databases, correspondence, and patient records. The work supports accurate data submissions, reporting, privacy compliance, and quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform coding and abstracting according to established classification standards
- Validate database submissions and correct identified errors
- Consult physicians regarding accurate clinical code assignments
- Prepare routine and authorized ad hoc statistics




- Process medical and legal correspondence requests

Requirements:

- Graduate of a recognized Health Information Practitioner program
- Canadian College certification and active membership eligibility
- One year’s recent related acute care HIMS experience
- Knowledge of privacy, confidentiality, and records legislation
- Computer skills including Meditech, Windows, and data analysis tools

Apply health information coding, database validation, statistical reporting, and privacy knowledge as an Interior Health practitioner in Vernon.

📌 Health Information Practitioner Coding Specialist (Vernon)
🏢 Interior Health
📍 Vernon