Job Purpose

The Health Information Professional is responsible for ensuring that health record information is complete and accessible in accordance with departmental, regional and legislative requirements.

Qualifications

Successful completion of a Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) recognized Health Information Management (HIM) program. Successfully challenged the CHIMA national Certification Exam / holds a valid CHIMA certificate and is a current member in good standing with CHIMA. Must have at least 3 years experience in the Health Information Management field and demonstrated supervisory ability is required.

Demonstrated Proficiency Verified By Testing In

Excel 75%

Key Responsibilities

The Health Information Professional 4 is responsible for

Supervising one or a combination of sections (coding and abstracting, release of information, transcription and clerical work) in Health Information Management. Administer performance appraisals and assist staff in development and training. Participating on provincial and internal committees, special projects as required. May assist in health records software management.

OR

Data Analysis and utilization management activities in decision support. Performing advanced duties including data analysis, interpretation and presentation/reporting of aggregate health data in combination with development of quality improvement plans and utilization management/funding strategies.

OR

Acts in a leadership role in areas of data security, data integrity, electronic health records. HIM System Support and risk management and act as a resource to other health care professionals by providing leadership in health record practice, technology, project and committee work. Participates on provincial and internal committees, special projects as required; and may assist in health records software management.

THE HEALTH INFORMATION PROFESSIONAL IS EXPECTED TO DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES

Interpersonal Skills

Planning and Prioritizing Work Teamwork and Collaboration Decision Making Coaching and Developing Others Focusing on Performance Patient/Client Focus

Interested? Apply Today!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.