Health Information Management Professional, Nacrs

Employment Status

Full-time

Department

Clinical Information Services

Job Code

6980

At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Mission of
_Together, a healthier community for everyone. _

Living our values is important here and if you want to join a team that is compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative and inspired, you can see more details about the position currently available below.

**Current Rate of Pay**: Min $28.50 - Max $31.44

**Current Shifts**:Primarily Days (working primarily remotely from home)

**Position Summary**:
The HIM Professional maintains the highest standards for health care data. The HIM performs coding and abstracting of health records based on established guidelines and standards as per national and provincial requirements. The HIM participates in health data quality activities and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

**In this role, you will**:

- Have ongoing opportunities to learn and grow with a generous professional development program via our education assistance fund and in-house development programs
- Have access to an amazing total rewards package which includes competitive pay, health and dental benefits, Short and long term disability and the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) where we match your contributions by 126%
- Be a part of an organization committed to the well-being of our workforce
- Support the Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression through our actions
- Be a part of a team of high performing health care professionals

Guelph is the perfect location for health care professionals seeking to make the most of life’s experiences. From our expansive trails and waterways to internationally recognized arts and cultural events, to diverse restaurants and craft breweries, the Royal City has something for everyone
- It’s one of Ontario's most robust and growing economies
- You will have access to excellent schools which include a university and college
- There are multiple centres of faith reflected in the community

**Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities**:

- Graduate of a Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) approved Health Information Management program
- Certified Health Information Management Professional(CHIM) and current member of CHIMA
- Minimum two years ICD-10 and CCI coding experience in an acute health care setting, with a focus on NACRS Day Surgery coding
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team, working primarily remotely from home
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills complemented by the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
- Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with colleagues and the hospital community

Come and join our team if you are looking for an exciting opportunity where you will be support and empowered.
- All positions at GGH contribute to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. GGH is committed to fostering a safe and healthy work environment which provides equal opportunities to people with disabilities. In pursuit of GGH’s vision of together, a healthier community for everyone, all employees are responsible for practicing the values of being compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and inspired to provide the highest quality care and experience for patients and their families._