Inpatient Coder Specialist, Health Records-coding - Toronto, Canada - North York General Hospital

North York General Hospital

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Toronto, Canada

2 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

Inpatient 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 ICD10CA/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 a thorough understanding of Canada and Ontario's coding/abstracting principles and practices and knowledge of the Discharge Abstract Database.
Need to have an understanding of grouping and case mix methodology for Inpatient care reporting.
Work independently and as a part of a team.

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 inpatient coding in an acute treatment 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 Part Time Regular position with 4 and 8 hour shifts, all shifts, Days, Evenings, Nights, including weekends and On-call, in Health Records Coding department.We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan.

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.

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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.