Health Information Management Professional I

Alberta Health Services; Town of Hinton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Coding Specialist to ensure the accuracy and integrity of coded clinical data. In this role, you will review patient health records and apply coding conventions using the ICD-10-CA/CCI systems. You will also contribute to data quality initiatives, ensuring high standards are maintained. The position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment where your analytical skills will shine. If you have a passion for healthcare data management and coding, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Northern Allowance

Flexible Location within Alberta

Qualifications

• Completion of diploma from an accredited Health Information Management Professional program.
• Knowledge of current Canadian Coding Standards and Discharge Abstract Database.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation and apply diagnoses and coding conventions.
• Conduct data quality reviews and statistical reporting for patient records.

Skills

ICD-10-CA/CCI Coding

Data Quality Assurance

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Diploma from accredited Health Information Management Professional program

Registration with Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA)

Tools

Connect Care (EPIC)

3M HDM

Job description

Your Opportunity:

As a Clinical Coding Specialist (CCS), you will review clinical documentation from patient health records and assign diagnoses and intervention codes using the ICD-10-CA/CCI classification systems in accordance with provincial, jurisdictional directives and CIHI rules and guidelines. In this position, you will use your thorough attention to detail to ensure validity, integrity, and reliability of coded data and maintain a high standard of quality. You will have the opportunity to participate and contribute to data quality initiatives and workflow efficiencies. Applicants will be required to write and pass a provincial coding proficiency test with a score of 70% prior to advancing to the interview. Location negotiable within Alberta. Northern Allowance in place (for applicable geographical location).

Key accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Reviews clinical documentation and applies diagnoses, interventions, and coding conventions to ensure the accuracy and completeness of coded data.
• Reviews and remediates edits and warnings.
• Identifies issues related to patient encounters, clinical documentation, coding, and abstracting and escalates for guidance and resolution.
• Runs and reconciles various reports.
• The Employee shall maintain confidentiality of all Alberta Health Services (AHS) information in accordance with the Health Information Act, Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation, and shall comply at all times with Alberta Health Services’ policies on Information Privacy and Security.

Description:

As a Health Information Management Professional I, you will be responsible for coding and abstracting data from clinical records, release of information, and/or data quality assurance. In accordance with AHS procedures and the Health Information Act, you will gather, retrieve, collate, code, design, analyze, interpret clinical and demographic data, and perform statistical reporting and regular data quality reviews for patient records.

Additional details include:

• Classification: Health Info Mngt Professional I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Clinical Coding Specialist
• Primary Location: Hinton Healthcare Centre
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 14-MAY-2025
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 02-JUN-2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Shift Pattern: Days

Required 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).

Additional Required Qualifications:
Knowledge of current Canadian Coding Standards and Discharge Abstract Database (DAD) and NACRS standards. Experience with Microsoft Office suite. Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum 1-year coding experience with ICD-10-CA/CCI or certification from a recognized program. Experience with Connect Care (EPIC) & 3M HDM. Certified Coding & Classification Specialist (CCCS) certification preferred.