Health Records Technician- ROI

Unit SummaryFinance and Integrated Health Services includes the following departments: Decision Support, Finance, Privacy, Health Records, Patient Registration, and the Information Desk. Each department facilitates the creation of a knowledge rich environment for making timely and informed tactical and strategic decisions and maximizing both the value of care and services provided. They provide accurate, timely, and useful information for making decisions based on evidence to help deliver appropriate patient care. As subject matter experts, staff also provides expertise in analyzing and interpreting data and presenting and educating the corporation on this information.Position SummaryThe Health Information Management Professional is responsible for the release of personal health information in accordance with the Personal Health Information Protection Act, (PHIPA) and hospital policy. The individual is responsible to ensure that patient confidentiality and privacy are maintained prior to the disclosure of patient information. The individual will have excellent understanding of the privacy legislation, privacy and confidentiality of patient information. The HIM professional will be able to work independently, be well organized and able to prioritize workload to ensure timely access and disclosure of personal health information. The individual will have excellent knowledge and experience in an electronic health record environment, as well as a paper-based system. The individual will demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, demonstrating initiative, identify opportunities for improvement and have excellent communication skills. The individual will maintain patient confidentiality and have knowledge and understanding of privacy principles. Schedule Work HoursDays/ EveningsQualifications1. Graduate of a recognized Health Information Management Program 2. Certified with Canadian College of Health Information Management and must be an active member in good standing 3. Member of the Ontario Health Record Association is preferred 4. Experience with PHIPA and the requirements for access and disclosure of personal health information (PHI) 5. Familiarity with coding and abstracting software such as Med 2020 an asset 6. Experience in an electronic health record environment, as well as a paper-based system 7. Experience in hospital information systems, preferably Meditech 8. Computer proficiency in the MS-Suite of Windows applications; MSWord, Excel, Power-point 9. Excellent communication skills and good judgment 10. Self-directed and the ability to work independently and under occasional interruptions Hamilton Health fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners. To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact the Human Resources Service Centre at 1-877-667-2700 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made. This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset