Health Information Management Professional I

Alberta Health Services; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Health Information Management Professional I to perform coding and abstracting data from patient records. The role requires attention to detail and strong communication skills to maintain data quality and comply with regulations. With a range of $31.13 to $38.98 per hour, this temporary position offers flexible work location within Alberta, focusing on ensuring high standards for coded data accuracy.

Qualifications

• Completion of diploma from an accredited Health Information Management Professional (HIMP) program.
• Active or eligible for registration with Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA).
• Knowledge of Canadian Coding Standards and experience with coding.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation and apply diagnoses and intervention codes.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of coded data.
• Participate in data quality initiatives and workflow efficiencies.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Diploma from an accredited Health Information Management Professional (HIMP) program

Tools

Microsoft Office

ICD-10-CA/CCI

3M HDM abstracting system

Job description

Health Information Management Professional I

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

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 Health Information Act, Freedom of Information and Privacy and other privacy legislation in effect and shall comply at all times with Alberta Health Services’ Information Privacy and Information Security policies.

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.

Acute Care Alberta: N Primary Care Alberta: N Recovery Alberta: N Classification: Hlth Info Mngt Professional I Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Health Information Management - Data Collection Primary Location: Red Deer Regional Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.70 Posting End Date: 13-MAY-2025 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 26-MAY-2025 Temporary End Date: 05-JUN-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 7 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $31.13 Maximum Salary: $38.98 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

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 National Ambulatory Care Reporting Standards (NACRS) Abstracting Manuals for the collection of diagnoses, interventions and specific data elements. Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and a demonstrated pattern of professional and personal development. Ability to work independently with strong organizational, time management, analytical, and technical skills to effectively handle demands of workload and deadlines, working effectively under pressure and showing good judgment. Effective interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).

Preferred Qualifications:

1-year minimum coding experience with ICD-10-CA/CCI. Consideration given to those who have not coded within 2 years but have a certificate from a CCHIM approved Coding Refresher or Coding Specialist Program. Experience with Connect Care (EPIC) & 3M HDM abstracting system Certified Coding & Classification Specialist (CCCS) certification with CCHIM Certificate of completion from Coding Specialist Program, Coding Refresher or other coding & classification programs recognized by CCHIM

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Alberta Health Services by 2x

Get notified about new Health Information Specialist jobs in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada.

Health Information Management Professional I

Health Information Management Professional I

Administrative Assistant - Part-time - Red Deer

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.