Health Records Technician

Req ID: 214506Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEIIDepartment: IMIT HIS Coding CZType of Employment: Permanent, Hourly FT 100% x 3Posting Closing Date: 9-Jan-26 NAV Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with specialized services throughout Atlantic Canada. Our team delivers high-quality inpatient and outpatient care across the province, including academic, tertiary, quaternary, primary health care, public health, mental health and addictions. We offer a vibrant work‑life balance and an Atlantic lifestyle. Visit www.novascotia.com to learn why people from across the globe are moving here. About the Opportunity Reporting to the Provincial Manager of Coding Classification & Terminology Standards, Clinical Documentation, Audit & Reporting, the Coding Classification Specialist Health is responsible for accurate coding and abstraction of Inpatient, Day Surgery, and Emergency health information. Coding & Abstracting The Specialist contributes to quality, patient safety, decision–making and planning of health care services by producing timely high‑quality coded and abstracted data, monitoring data quality and preparing submissions for CIHI and other specialty programs. About You Successful completion of a 2–3 year diploma from a recognized Canadian Health Information Management Association program (2085 hours) Certified with the Canadian College of Health Information Management & hold active certified membership in good standing with CHIMA Knowledge of national & provincial legislation and NSHA/Area policies that govern confidentiality, privacy & security of health information and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality 2 years of coding experience in the health information management field Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development including completion of 36 continuing education credits every three years post‑graduation Current knowledge of data collection standards including Canadian Institute of Health Information standards (Discharge Abstract Database, National Ambulatory Care Reporting System, Management Information System) Knowledge of health information systems (Solventum, Discharge Abstract Database, National Ambulatory Reporting System, ADT system MEDITECH/STAR) Demonstrated critical thinking skills and good judgement Demonstrated attention to detail Demonstrated communication, interpersonal, collaboration and teamwork skills Demonstrated accountability, initiative & ability to work independently Demonstrated planning, organizing, prioritizing & time management skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs – Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams & Outlook calendar Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred *A coding skills test will be administered as part of the selection process Hours Permanent, Full‑time Position; 75 hours biweekly This is a hybrid position, consisting of a rotating schedule of shifts working both on site & from home Compensation and Benefits $29.44 – 31.57 Hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long‑term disability & life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. Once You’ve Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Nova Scotia Health is committed to a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity & is representative at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self‑identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self‑identify. Job Segment: Medical, Medical Coding, Database, Clerical, Technician, Healthcare, Technology, Administrative #J-18808-Ljbffr