Data Analyst (DAD/NACRS Coder) - Project REACH - Temporary Full-Time 2025-15516 (2025-15516)
About the role
Summary Of Duties The Data Analyst Coder is responsible for the appropriate analysis, coding and abstracting of inpatient/outpatient discharges from the patient record into the WinRecs Abstracting system. The position also ensures that information is submitted to the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) in a timely manner, according to guidelines set by CIHI/MOHLTC and the hospital. Specific tasks include:
- Assigns ICD-10-CA/CCI codes related to inpatient (DAD)/outpatient visits (NACRS)
- Applies ICD10-CA/CCI coding methodologies resulting in proper grouping outcomes
- Abstracting information according to standards from Ontario Health/CIHI/OH-CCO and hospital abstracting guidelines
- Performs data validation activities and processes database error corrections and other related QA
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of guidelines for classification systems and reporting requirement
- Document productivity in accordance with departmental protocols
- Perform regular audits on coded/abstracted data to ensure quality of coded data and adherence to coding standards
- Other related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Skills
- Graduate from a recognized Health Information Management/Professional program.
- Current active member with CHIMA in good standing and maintained on an annual basis.
- Certification with the Canadian Health Information Management Associate (CHIMA).
- 1 year previous experience with DAD or NACRS coding
- An in-depth knowledge and understanding of QBP, CMG's, HIG’s, ACW's, Case Mix Index (CMI) and expected length of stay
- Knowledge of 3M Code Finder software and Folio (ICD-10-CA/CCI).
- Demonstrated coding competency in Inpatient and Emergency discharges.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Demonstrated meticulous accuracy and attention to detail skills
- Ability to work independently and exercise tact and discretion
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Windows-based applications environment and keyboard speed of 40 wpm
- Demonstrated ability to function in a changing and sometimes stressful work environment
- Ability to work remotely
About Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
From our beginnings as a hospital for Canadian veterans, Sunnybrook has flourished into a fully affiliated teaching hospital of the University of Toronto, evolving to meet the needs of our growing community.
Today, with 1.3 million patient visits each year, Sunnybrook has established itself across three campuses and is home to Canada's largest trauma centre.
Sunnybrook's groundbreaking research changes the way patients are treated around the world. Our over 200 scientists and clinician-scientists conduct more than $100 million of breakthrough research each year. Tomorrow, we will discover ways to treat the untreatable.
Our mission is to care for our patients and their families when it matters most.
Our vision is to invent the future of health care.
Our values are: excellence, collaboration, accountability, respect and engagement.
See Sunnybrook's ambitious plan to invent the future of health care: sunnybrook.ca/strategicplan
Data Analyst (DAD/NACRS Coder) - Project REACH - Temporary Full-Time 2025-15516 (2025-15516)
About the role
Summary Of Duties The Data Analyst Coder is responsible for the appropriate analysis, coding and abstracting of inpatient/outpatient discharges from the patient record into the WinRecs Abstracting system. The position also ensures that information is submitted to the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) in a timely manner, according to guidelines set by CIHI/MOHLTC and the hospital. Specific tasks include:
- Assigns ICD-10-CA/CCI codes related to inpatient (DAD)/outpatient visits (NACRS)
- Applies ICD10-CA/CCI coding methodologies resulting in proper grouping outcomes
- Abstracting information according to standards from Ontario Health/CIHI/OH-CCO and hospital abstracting guidelines
- Performs data validation activities and processes database error corrections and other related QA
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of guidelines for classification systems and reporting requirement
- Document productivity in accordance with departmental protocols
- Perform regular audits on coded/abstracted data to ensure quality of coded data and adherence to coding standards
- Other related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Skills
- Graduate from a recognized Health Information Management/Professional program.
- Current active member with CHIMA in good standing and maintained on an annual basis.
- Certification with the Canadian Health Information Management Associate (CHIMA).
- 1 year previous experience with DAD or NACRS coding
- An in-depth knowledge and understanding of QBP, CMG's, HIG’s, ACW's, Case Mix Index (CMI) and expected length of stay
- Knowledge of 3M Code Finder software and Folio (ICD-10-CA/CCI).
- Demonstrated coding competency in Inpatient and Emergency discharges.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Demonstrated meticulous accuracy and attention to detail skills
- Ability to work independently and exercise tact and discretion
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Windows-based applications environment and keyboard speed of 40 wpm
- Demonstrated ability to function in a changing and sometimes stressful work environment
- Ability to work remotely
About Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
From our beginnings as a hospital for Canadian veterans, Sunnybrook has flourished into a fully affiliated teaching hospital of the University of Toronto, evolving to meet the needs of our growing community.
Today, with 1.3 million patient visits each year, Sunnybrook has established itself across three campuses and is home to Canada's largest trauma centre.
Sunnybrook's groundbreaking research changes the way patients are treated around the world. Our over 200 scientists and clinician-scientists conduct more than $100 million of breakthrough research each year. Tomorrow, we will discover ways to treat the untreatable.
Our mission is to care for our patients and their families when it matters most.
Our vision is to invent the future of health care.
Our values are: excellence, collaboration, accountability, respect and engagement.
See Sunnybrook's ambitious plan to invent the future of health care: sunnybrook.ca/strategicplan