Clinical Coding & Data Quality Specialist I

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Alberta is seeking a Clinical Coding Specialist (CCS) to review clinical documentation and assign proper codes according to ICD-10-CA/CCI classification. The role requires attention to detail and offers involvement in data quality initiatives. Candidates must have a diploma in Health Information Management and be eligible for registration with CHIMA. A minimum of one year coding experience is preferred. This is a full-time role based in Calgary with a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Completion of diploma from an accredited Health Information Management Professional (HIMP) program.
• Active or eligible for registration with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA).
• 1-year minimum coding experience with ICD-10-CA/CCI.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation from patient health records and code diagnoses.
• Participate in data quality initiatives and workflow efficiencies.
• Conduct statistical reporting and regular data quality reviews.

Skills

Knowledge of Canadian Coding Standards

Effective communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Diploma from accredited Health Information Management Professional program

Active or eligible for registration with CHIMA

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Connect Care (EPIC)

3M HDM abstracting system

Job description

A healthcare provider in Alberta is seeking a Clinical Coding Specialist (CCS) to review clinical documentation and assign proper codes according to ICD-10-CA/CCI classification. The role requires attention to detail and offers involvement in data quality initiatives. Candidates must have a diploma in Health Information Management and be eligible for registration with CHIMA. A minimum of one year coding experience is preferred. This is a full-time role based in Calgary with a competitive salary range.