Coder

**Job Summary**

Responsible for coding and abstracting inpatient, day surgery, emergency and clinic records. Other duties will include CIHI month end submission and balancing, release of information and making corrections to the coding database.

**Qualifications and Experience**
- Graduate of an approved Health Information Management Program.
- Active member in good standing with the Canadian College of Health Information Management Association.
- Two (2) years’ related work experience.
- Experience with Meditech, 3M and Code finder would be an asset.
- Excellent knowledge of coding and abstracting software and experience in the electronic health record environment as well as a paper-based system.
- Knowledge and experience in information privacy laws (e.g., PHIPA, Public Hospital Act).

**Skills and Abilities**
- Proficient in the use of ICD-10/CCI coding system.
- Demonstrated strong computer literacy with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
- Proven ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written English instructions.
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork.
- Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills, including excellent telephone etiquette and ability to share important information to the team, our patients, and community support partners in an accurate manner.
- Excellent interpersonal, time management and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and willingness to be flexible to meet department needs.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role.
- Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Demonstrated appreciation and respect for protocol, professionalism and confidentiality.
- Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients, family and staff.

**Our Values**

Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Stevenson Memorial Hospital.
- _Integrity _- We adhere to the highest ethical principles
- _Compassion_ - We respond to our patients’ needs with empathy
- _Accountability_ - We are accountable to one another and to our community
- _Respect_ - We embrace the diversity of our patients, staff and community
- _Excellence_ - We support a culture of distinction

**Hours of Work**: Available for all shifts including weekends and statutory holidays

**Other**: All job offers will require compliance with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for proof of full vaccination (two doses) unless provided with a medical exemption or an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

As part of our mandatory screening process, the Hospital will require professional references, verification of academic training and professional accreditation along with a current vulnerable sector screening check.

Stevenson is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at (705) 435-3377 ext 3354.