POSITION TITLE

Health Information Management (HIM) Professional

SHIFT TYPE

Monday - Friday (Days)

DEPT/PROGRAM

Health Information Management

JOB CLASS

Health Records Technician

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Temporary Full-Time up to 1 year

RATE OF PAY

$31.94 - $35.99 per hour

WORK SCHEDULE

75 Hours Bi-Weekly as per schedule

EMPLOYEE GROUP

OPSEU

POSTING TYPE

Open

POSTING DATE

November 26, 2025

HYBRID ELIGIBLE

Yes

NUMBER

1

Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a 315-bed academic and teaching hospital that provides specialized mental health, addiction and geriatric care. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, we serve some of the most complex and disadvantaged individuals in Ontario and are the sole provider of high-secure forensic mental health services in the province.

The Manager, Health Information Management, Privacy, Access & Risk is currently seeking a Temporary Full Time Health Information Management (HIM) Professional. The purpose of the position is to provide expertise in health information management, data quality and standardization, release of information, auditing, clinical coding & classification, and retention. The successful candidate must understand how data is transformed into usable information and advocate for data-driven decision- making. The HIM Professional is a critical element in enhancing the quality of health information and maintaining record integrity

Please Note: This position offers a hybrid work environment consisting of in-office and remote work. Office location is 500 Church St in Penetanguishene, ON

For information about funding incentives for nurses, our enhanced employee referral program, housing, orientation and other employment-related information please follow this link to our employment web page. https://www.waypointcentre.ca/get-involved/join-our-team

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Incorporate Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) principles into all initiatives and key responsibilities.
• Ensures the electronic health records are accurate, complete and up-to-date. Undertake regular and systematic audits of electronic documentation, clinical coding, and diagnostic information. Review scanned documents for quality and accuracy.
• Validate the request for and execute appropriate access and disclosure of personal health information in accordance with Waypoint policies, departmental procedures, and applicable legislation including the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), the Mental Health Act (MHA), the Public Hospitals Act (PHA), and the Health Care Consent Act (HCCA).
• Code and abstract health data using relevant classification systems and / or nomenclatures. Audit, prepare, and submit abstracts and assessments within required deadlines.
• Provides expertise on the lifecycle of health information, including how information is protected, exchanged, preserved, retained, and disposed of.
• Support departments and clinical programs on topics related to enterprise-wide information management including the importance of accurate collection, appropriate use, and authorized disclosure of personal health information, and Waypoint’s role as a Health Information Custodian.
• Demonstrates the core values of the organization: Caring, Respect, Accountability and Innovation at all times.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of Health Information Management (HIM) Diploma or Degree Program Required
• Certification in good standing with the Canadian College of Health Information Management (CCHIM) and an active professional membership with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA); maintained annually Required
• In depth comprehension of health information management practices, including the health information lifecycle
• Knowledge of legislative requirements, standards and guidelines including but not limited to the PHIPA, the MHA, the PHA, the HCCA, and the Criminal Code of Canada (CCC)
• Experience in clinical coding using the International Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10), the Canadian Classification of Health Interventions (CCI), and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders (DSM-5)
• Ability to audit, validate, and analyze data ensuring the health information contained within the record is accurate, complete, reliable and relevant.
• Familiarity with Meditech, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe, and other common business software platforms
• Resourcefulness with a results-oriented work ethic to work independently and consistently deliver quality, relevant and timely results
• Ability to think critically and maintain extensive attention to detail
• Leadership and interpersonal skills in order to motivate, influence, and educate all levels of Waypoint staff to the importance of health information and data management practices
• Organizational skills to manage and prioritize multiple tasks to meet required deadlines
• Exceptional customer service skills to anticipate and be responsive to customer needs with enthusiasm
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively prepare, present, and discuss information throughout all levels of the organization and externally

HOW DO I APPLY?

Waypoint employees apply through the Employee Self-Service portal at https://employees.waypointcentre.ca and external applicants apply to Join our Team, Career Opportunities | Waypoint by close of business (4:00 pm) on December 6, 2025 quoting Job ID WC25-295. Attach your cover letter and resume detailing why you are interested in this opportunity and how you meet the qualifications and key accountabilities specified.