Outpatient Coder Specialist - Toronto, Canada - North York General Hospital

North York General Hospital

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Company Bio
IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do.

We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation.

North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first
- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.
Position Summary
Outpatient Coding Specialist, Health Records Coding
On a practical level, you will

Meet benchmarks set for coding productivity standards

Be able to code and abstract health information using ICD-10-CA/CCI and WinRecs

Have thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology, disease and disease process, medications and their uses, microbiology, medical terminology and diagnostic test results

Have thorough knowledge of Canada and Ontario's coding/abstracting principles and practices

Have thorough knowledge of the NACRS Abstract Database and Ontario's ERNI initiatives

Understand grouping and case mix methodology for ambulatory care reporting

Qualifications:

Graduate from an accredited Health Information Management program holding the credentials of CHIM and is an active member in good standing with CHIMA

Must have successfully completed and passed the National Certification Exam through the Canadian Health Information Management Association

A minimum two years' experience with ambulatory coding in an acute care facility required

Ability to type a minimum of 60 wpm accurately and timely

Bilingualism in French/English an asset
What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada's leading hospitals.

This is a Full Time Regular position with 4 and 8 hour shifts, all shifts, including weekends, in Health Records Coding.

We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY:
As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department
How to Apply

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Closing Statement

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment.

We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities.

North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.