Health Information Management Specialist

1 week ago


Collingwood, Ontario, Canada Collingwood General and Marine Hospital Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Health Information Management Specialist to join our team at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital. As a key member of our Health Information Systems department, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and quality of our patient data.

Key Responsibilities
  • Using CIHI Guidelines and Principles, Ontario MOH guidelines, as well as hospital policies and procedures, code and abstract DAD and NACRS charts.
  • Use the CMG and CACS grouping/assignment methodology to ensure data collection meets the standards set by the hospital, LHIN or Province.
  • Ensure data quality and accuracy through data validation processes. Generate reports and queries, then examine the results to identify discrepancies in the MED2020 system to guarantee accurate data.
  • Communicate with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff on documentation issues that relate to specificity and accuracy of coding.
  • Meet workload standards as required for the specific HIM assignment.
  • Keep abreast with changes in coding practices, CIHI Guidelines/Principles, and Hospital Policies and Procedures.
  • Participate in Coding Quality Improvement Workshops, Seminars, and Teleconferences.
  • May provide occasional relief for release of information for non-circle of care requests.
Requirements
  • Graduate of an approved Health Information Management Program.
  • Experience in Meditech Expanse is required.
  • Must be a member in good standing with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) and Certified with the Canadian College of Health Information Management (CCHIM).
  • 3 years' experience coding/abstracting with DAD.
  • Previous experience working in Release of Information would be considered an asset.
  • In-depth knowledge of CIHI's Guidelines/Principles, MED2020 Abstracting System, and Microsoft Office Applications.
  • Must strive to continuously provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, staff, physicians, and volunteers.
  • Must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
  • Must have an ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) in the English language in order to provide excellent communication with team members, patients, and families. Ability to communicate in additional language(s) is considered an asset.
  • Must have basic computer skills.
  • Must be dedicated to professional growth & development.
  • Must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position, which may include physical demands such as moving/transferring patients, pushing, pulling, bending, etc.
  • Must have demonstrated excellent attendance/performance record.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellent organization and prioritization skills.
  • Ability to work independently and effectively communicate with other members of the health care team.
  • Health Information Management preferred.
  • Knowledge of Meditech Client/Server is strongly desired.
  • Experience in project management, and management of human and financial resources.
  • Experience and knowledge relevant to information privacy laws, release of information, and access laws is considered an asset.
About Us

Collingwood General and Marine Hospital is an 84-bed hospital located in Collingwood, Ontario, serving over 74,000 permanent residents and 3.5 million annual visitors to the communities of Wasaga Beach, Collingwood, Clearview, and the Blue Mountains. We are an acute care hospital providing emergency care, diagnostic services, including lab, imaging, and cardio respiratory therapy, as well as two inpatient units (medicine and surgery). In addition, we provide care in specialty areas, including obstetrics, orthopaedics, intensive care, and surgery. We also provide outpatient care, including dialysis and a wide range of clinics, including mental health and rehabilitation services.

We are committed to providing exceptional services to our patients and their families, and we are guided by our vision, mission, and values. If you exhibit the core values of CGMH - Inclusive, Caring, Accountable, Respect, Excellence, Adaptable, Teamwork - we want you to join us in providing exceptional services to our patients and their families.

This position includes a comprehensive and competitive benefit plan, including but not limited to extended health and dental coverage, life and accident insurance, paid vacation and sick days, short and long-term disability income protection plans, Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), Employee & Family Assistance Program, and access to CGMH Perkopolis discounts.



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