Data Analyst - Toronto, Canada - Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Classification:
Temporary Full-Time (until approx. May 2025)

Summary of Duties

The Data Analyst Coder is responsible for the appropriate analysis, coding and abstracting of inpatient/outpatient visits from the patient records into the Med2020 WinRecs information system.

The position also ensures that information is submitted to the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) in a timely manner, according to guidelines set by CIHI/MOHLTC and the hospital.

Specific tasks include:

Assigns ICD10CA/CCI codes related to inpatient/outpatient visits
Applies ICD10-CA/CCI coding methodologies resulting in proper grouping outcomes
Abstracting information according to standards from MOHLTC/CIHI (DAD, NACRS), and hospital abstracting guidelines
Ensures that all visits to be coded are done and balance at the end of each month
Document productivity in accordance with departmental protocols
Perform regular audits on coded/abstracted data to ensure quality of coded data and adherence to coding standards
Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications/Skills

Graduate from a recognized Health Information Management/Professional program.
Current active member with CHIMA in good standing and maintained on an annual basis.
Certification with the Canadian Health Information Management Associate (CHIMA).
1 year previous experience with DAD or NACRS coding
An indepth knowledge and understanding of CMG's, HIG's, ACW's, Case Mix Index (CMI) and expected length of stay
Demonstrated coding competency in Inpatient and Emergency patient records.
Demonstrated excellent organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and exercise tact and discretion
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to function in a changing and sometimes stressful work environment