Health Record Technician (Release of Information) – Health Information Services

Job title: Health Record Technician (Release of Information) – Health Information Services

Job description: Req ID: 114390
Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital
Company: NSHA
Department: IMIT HIS Coding QGH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Union Status: Admin Professionals CUPE
Posting Closing Date: 5-Jul-21

Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.

Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.

Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Responsibilities

Reporting to and under the direction of the Manager, Health Information Services, Coding & Abstracting/Release of Information and /or designate, the Health Record Technician is responsible for the release of personal health information in accordance with the Personal Health Information Protection Act, (PHIPA) and NSHA/Zone Area/hospital policy & providing accurate coding and abstraction of Inpatient, Day Surgery, and Emergency health information.

Release of Information
The Release of Information Specialist 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.

Travel to other sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a 2-3 year diploma from a recognized Canada Health Information Management Association recognized program (2085 hours)
• Certified with the Canadian College of Health Information Management & hold active certified membership in good standing with Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA)
• Knowledge of National & Provincial legislation and NSHA/Area policies that govern Confidentiality, Privacy, and security of health information and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development including completion of 36 continuing education credits every three years post-graduation
• Current knowledge of data collection standard including Canadian Institute of Health Information standards (i.e. Discharge Abstract Database, National Ambulatory Care Reporting System, Management Information System)
• Knowledge of health information systems (3M, 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 and ability to work independently
• Demonstrated planning, organizing, prioritizing and time management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs- Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Lync & Outlook calendar
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information

Hours of Work

Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Travel to Fishermen’s Memorial Hospital and Queens General Hospital required.

Salary Information

$25.5234 – $27.4291 hourly

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.

Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.

• Criminal Record Check
• Proof of education & training certifications
• Proof of any additional required qualification
• Valid registration with the relevant licensing body
• Submission of immunization record along with health assessment documentation
• Proof of SIN number

Hiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Admin Professionals bargaining unit – CUPE position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.

Company: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Expected salary:

Location: Bridgewater, NS

Job date: Sun, 20 Jun 2021 06:06:17 GMT