Health Information Management (him), Advisor

Northern Health; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada is seeking a Health Information Management Advisor to join their team. The ideal candidate will lead and manage health information standards while supporting healthcare professionals in the use of health information systems. Applicants should have relevant qualifications in Health Information Management and possess strong leadership and communication skills. Offering competitive benefits and a positive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training and development opportunities

Access to outdoor activities

Qualifications

• One year of recent related experience in an HIMS department of an acute-care healthcare facility.
• Current valid BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership on the collection, access, and use of health information.
• Support development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of health information systems.

Skills

Teaching

Knowledge Integration

Communication

Critical Thinking

Management

Leadership

Teamwork

Equipment

Physical Ability

Education

Graduation from a recognized Health Information Management program

Certified by the Canadian College of Health Information Management

Tools

Cerner

Med2020

Windows-based programs

Job description

Position Summary

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking a Health Information Management (HIM) Advisor to join our Health Information Management department.

Reporting to the HIM Coordinator – Professional Practice, the HIM Advisor is an integral member of both the regional Health Information Management team and the local health service delivery team.

The HIM Advisor provides leadership to their community(ies) on the appropriate collection, access, and use of health information through the development and application of health information standards in records management, release of information, and registration. The advisor utilizes technology available for distance communications as well as face‑to‑face visits when appropriate.

They support and participate in the evaluation of adherence to HIM standards, assist in the development, testing, implementation, maintenance and enhancement of relevant health information systems/applications, and provide support and training services for a variety of internal and external users.

The HIM Advisor facilitates the consequential organizational changes created by the implementation and ongoing use of health information systems, policies, and procedures, traveling to other sites throughout the NH care provider sites as required.

No remote work; flexible hospital location depending on site space. Focus will be on recruiting to Terrace.

Shift Rotation / Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, Days – 08:00 to 16:00.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part‑time and full‑time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses is available for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC.
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Application Requirements

As part of the application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position, e.g., program certificates, diplomas, transcripts.

It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

International Applicants

Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow the steps on our Northern Health careers page.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Health Information Management program.
• Certified by the Canadian College of Health Information Management and eligible for active membership with the Canadian Health Information Management Association.
• One year of recent related experience in an HIMS department of an acute‑care healthcare facility or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current valid BC Driver's License.

Skills and Abilities

• Teaching: Ability to teach clients and others both one‑on‑one and in groups.
• Knowledge Integration: Knowledge of privacy and freedom of information legislation, patient confidentiality rights and legal requirements to produce records; knowledge of health information systems and database management, statistical calculations and interpretation of reports from administrative and clinical databases.
• Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, the public, medical staff and members of the interdisciplinary team using oral, written and computer communication means; demonstrates effective conflict resolution.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data from multiple sources to problem‑solve and make decisions effectively; applies the problem‑solving process demonstrating critical thinking and decision‑making skills using a systems approach.
• Management: Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and establish priorities; manage time and resources, implement activities to promote cooperation among the interdisciplinary team, supervise responsibilities of others, and collaborate across disciplines.
• Leadership: Promotes staff morale, engagement and risk‑taking; demonstrates creative planning for change and innovations; implements NH policies or other protocols and promotes ongoing professional development.
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of client care.
• Equipment: Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Cerner, Med2020 and Windows‑based programs; data analysis and reporting tools; e‑mail and word processing; operates related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
• Physical Ability: Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

About Northern Health

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities. We deliver hospital and community‑based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long‑term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.