Health Information Management Professional I

Health Information Management Professional I Join to apply for the Health Information Management Professional I role at Alberta Health Services 5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Your Opportunity As a Clinical Coding Specialist (CCS), you will review clinical documentation from patient health records and assign diagnoses and intervention codes using the ICD-10-CA/CCI classification systems in accordance with provincial, jurisdictional directives and CIHI rules and guidelines. In this position, you will use your thorough attention to detail to ensure the validity, integrity and reliability of coded data and maintain a high standard of quality. You will have the opportunity to participate and contribute to data quality initiatives and workflow efficiencies. Applicants will be required to write and pass a provincial coding proficiency test with a score of 70% prior to advancing to the interview. Location negotiable within Alberta. Northern Allowance in place (for applicable geographical location). Key accountabilities include, but are not limited to: reviewing clinical documentation and applying diagnoses, interventions, and coding conventions to ensure the accuracy and completeness of coded data; reviewing and remediating edits and warnings; identifying issues related to patient encounters, clinical documentation, coding, and abstracting; and escalating guidance and resolution. Runs and reconciles various reports. The Employee shall maintain confidentiality of all Alberta Health Services (AHS) information in accordance with Alberta Access and Privacy Legislations and shall always comply with Alberta Health Services’ Information Privacy and Information Security policies. Description As a Health Information Management Professional I, you will be responsible for coding and abstracting data from clinical records, release of information, and data quality assurance. In accordance with AHS procedures and the Health Information Act, you will gather, retrieve, collate, code, design, analyze, interpret clinical and demographic data, and perform statistical reporting and regular data quality reviews for patient records. Classification: Hlth Info Mngt Professional IUnion: HSAA Facility PROF/TECHUnit and Program: Health Information ManagementPrimary Location: South Health CampusLocation Details: As Per LocationMulti-Site: Not ApplicableFTE: 1.00Posting End Date: 13-NOV-2025Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T BenefitsDate Available: 23-NOV-2025Temporary End Date: 31-DEC-2026Hours per Shift: 7.75Length of Shift in weeks: 2Shifts per cycle: 10Shift Pattern: DaysDays Off: Saturday/SundayMinimum Salary: $31.13Maximum Salary: $38.98Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable Required Qualifications Completion of diploma from an accredited Health Information Management Professional (HIMP) program. Active or eligible for registration with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA). Additional Required Qualifications Knowledge of current Canadian Coding Standards and Discharge Abstract Database (DAD) and National Ambulatory Care Reporting Standards (NACRS) Abstracting Manuals for the collection of diagnoses, interventions and specific data elements. Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and a demonstrated pattern of professional and personal development. Ability to work independently with strong organizational, time management, analytical, and technical skills to effectively handle demands of workload and deadlines, working effectively under pressure and showing good judgment. Effective interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written). Preferred Qualifications 1-year minimum coding experience with ICD-10-CA/CCI. Consideration given to those who have not coded within 2 years but have a certificate from a CCHIM approved Coding Refresher or Coding Specialist Program. Experience with Connect Care (EPIC) & 3M HDM abstracting system. Certified Coding & Classification Specialist (CCCS) certification with CCHIM. Certificate of completion from Coding Specialist Program, Coding Refresher or other coding & classification programs recognized by CCHIM. Job Attributes Seniority level: Entry Level Employment type: Temporary Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr