Health Information Reviewer - Toronto, Canada - Ontario Health

Ontario Health

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province.

Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value.

How we work together is reflected through our five values:
integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.

What Ontario Health offers:
Achieving your career goals is a priority to us.

Benefits of working at Ontario Health may include the following based on employment type:

Fully paid medical, dental and vision coverage from your first day
Health care spending account
Premium defined benefit pension plan
3 personal days and 2 float days annually
Individual contributors start at 3 weeks' vacation with 4 weeks at 2 yrs.
Career development opportunities
A collaborative values-based team culture
Wellness programs
A hybrid working model
Participation in
Communities of InclusionWant to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity.

The Health Information Reviewer is responsible for abstracting key clinical information to determine eligibility for donation from deceased patient charts for hospital and public reporting performance data.

This data is used for strategic planning and to spur donation improvement in the Ontario System

Here is what you will be doing:

Select patient encounters for chart review based on identified criteria
Organize review schedules in conjunction with partner hospitals, respecting hospital health information resources while meeting TGLN deadlines
Travel to hospitals as required
Review patient encounter to extract information relevant to determining potential for organ and tissue donation and document according to TGLN standards
Follow-up with Organ and Tissue Donation Coordinators (OTDCs) for any clarification required in order to ensure accuracy of transcription of information into database
Enter extracted information into TGLN database
Request reports from Public Reporting Specialist (PRS) or IT
Review mortality lists submitted by hospitals and cross reference with TGLN reports to isolate charts with organ donation potential to identify which charts are required to be reviewed and information abstracted
Contact identified Medical Records lead in assigned facility to communicate charts needed for review
Transport information in a secure manner
Use technology remotely and remain available to TGLN office/other stakeholders as needed
Coordinate the most efficient and cost-effective routes to enable all hospitals reviews meet timelines
Learn specific charting system of each assigned hospital to find location of needed information to abstract (up to 15 different electronic systems)
Maintain a number of login information and confidentiality agreements for assigned hospitals
Abstract specific information required on HRR form/methodology
Review and maintain Portal Reports to maintain data quality
Contact Health Information Management Specialist (HIMS) with any questions regarding how to code abstracted information
Maintain privacy and confidentiality at all times
Ensure accurate transcription of information into database
Document completion of required chart review for each hospital for each time period
Work in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety/ Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act

Here is what you will need to be successful:
Education and Experience- Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Science, Arts, Humanities or Management- Successful completion of a recognized Health Information Management Program- Currently certified with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) and in good standing- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in related role or a combination of equivalent experience and education

Knowledge and Skills- Demonstrated attention to detail and data integrity- Demonstrated ability to work independently- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work to meet quality and productivity standards and workload demands- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications, specifically Excel and Outlook- A valid G class driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle is required- Proven knowledge of various electronic health information systems required- Demonstrates a strong ability to extract information required for research

Employment Type:
Permanent Part Time

Salary Band: 3

Internal Application Deadline Date:
April 15, 2024

Note:
As part of the initial recruitment screening process, applicants must confirm that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

If applicants are not fully vaccinated, they will be required to identify any accommodation needs pursuant to a protected ground under the Code.

Applicants who identify an accommodation need will be required to provide supporting documentation with respect to their need for accomm