Health Information Processing Clerk

Interior Health; Nakusp; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic clerical team as a Casual Health Information Processing Clerk at a leading healthcare facility in Nakusp. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience while performing essential clerical duties, such as managing patient records and supporting medical staff. You'll enjoy a flexible work schedule, with shifts available on short notice, and the potential for career growth as many team members transition into permanent positions. With competitive wages, employer-paid training, and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of British Columbia.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Employer-Paid Training

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Terminology Course and a Typing Test required.
• Two years of recent related experience or equivalent combination of education.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical duties related to patient information management.
• Conduct quantitative analysis to ensure accuracy of patient records.
• Assist physicians with patient documentation and reception duties.

Skills

Data Entry

Quantitative Analysis

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Grade 12

Medical Terminology Course

Typing Test (55+ NWPM)

Tools

Electronic Tracking System

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a Casual Health Information Processing Clerk at Arrow Lakes Hospital in Nakusp, BC.

Days of work: Rotating, Days

Shift times: 08:00 to 12:00

How will we help you grow?

Join our clerical team as a casual employee, where you’ll enjoy variety, gain valuable experience, and have the chance to grow your career. Work hours range from 0 to 37.5 per week, with shifts available on short notice or pre-scheduled to cover leaves. Many of our team members start in casual roles and transition into permanent positions. Plus, we offer competitive wages, shift premiums, employer-paid training, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program to support you every step of the way.

What will you work on?

This position performs clerical duties relating to preparation, maintenance and storage of patient information in paper and electronic form, secretarial duties for Managers and Physicians and quantitative analysis, such as:

1. Conduct quantitative analysis to ensure accuracy of patient records;
2. Monitors and maintains an electronic tracking system for deficient patient charts;
3. Types a variety of technical and non-technical material for Managers and Physicians - memos, correspondence, medical reports, minutes or notes at departmental or committee meetings;
4. Retrieves, organizes and files patient records, reports, and other documents;
5. Answers inquiries regarding patient information in accordance with legislative statutes, IHA and established policies, procedures and guidelines for Release of Information;
6. Data entry functions for a variety of clinical registries and/or databases;
7. Assists physicians in completing patient documentation by performing quantitative analysis;
8. Reception duties - answers telephone, transfers calls, takes messages or answers routine enquiries. Receives visitors, provides information and directs to appropriate areas. Sorts and distributes mail (paper and electronic).

What should your application include?

1. A 5-minute typing test (55+ NWPM) from a recognized institution, completed within the past 48 months (non-supervised tests not accepted). Click here for testing details;
2. Proof of completion of a Medical Terminology Course;
3. Your Resume indicating two years’ recent related experience, Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
4. A Cover Letter stating your availability to start in a new position and on-call, casual work (i.e. days of the week).

If you are an experienced Clerk and want to be challenged in your role, come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply today!

Qualifications

1. Grade 12,
2. Medical Terminology course, Plus
3. Two years’ recent related experience, Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
4. Completion of a 5 Minute Typing Test 55 wpm or greater, dated within the past 48 months and must be issued from a valid institution only.