Clinical Data Administrator

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Nanaimo; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Data Administrator to enhance patient safety and data management across multiple sites. This role involves utilizing advanced computerized systems to handle health records, coding, and statistical data retrieval. You will play a crucial part in ensuring quality and safety in healthcare delivery while working collaboratively with diverse teams. The position offers a dynamic work environment, where your analytical skills and attention to detail will be pivotal in supporting clinical operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced, multi-site setting and are passionate about health information management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Health Information Management program.
• Certification with the Canadian College of Health Information Management.

Responsibilities

• Perform health records and clinical data duties for multi-site operations.
• Code, abstract, index, and validate health records data.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Health Information Management Professional Program

Certification with Canadian College of Health Information Management

Tools

ADT Systems

Health Records Systems

Computerized Systems

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1600

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$35.27 - $44.05

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75.0

Planned Start Date

May. 23 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

No

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Utilizing computerized systems and applications, the Clinical Data Administrator performs a variety of health records and clinical data related duties for the multi-site operations in Island Health, such as coding, abstracting, indexing, data input, editing and validating information from health records, and retrieving and displaying statistical data in accordance with established standards, guidelines, policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduate of an approved Health Information Management Professional program. Certification with the Canadian College of Health Information Management Health Records Administrators at the Certificant Level (CHIM). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Health Information Management Association.

Knowledge of and experience with ADT and Health Records Systems; one (1) year recent, related experience, including use of current clinical classification, data collecting and reporting systems; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Drivers License.

Skills And Abilities

• Identify and complete work assignments.
• Prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Work independently and as part of team.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, health care providers, external agencies, clients and the public.
• Problem-solve under pressures of time and pace.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrate attention to accuracy and detail.
• Keyboard 50 wpm.
• Promote and foster good public relations.
• Operate related equipment, including computerized systems.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

This is a Trauma Registry position; requires knowledge of Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) and injury severity score (ISS). Work will include data collection from multiple sites (Nanaimo Regional Gen Hospital and Victoria Gen Hospital). Some work can be done remotely.