Health Record Technician (CVHNS Abstractor) - Health Information Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is looking for a skilled coder to join their team in Nova Scotia. This permanent, full-time position requires a diploma in Health Information Management and at least two years of coding experience. The successful candidate will work remotely, focusing on improving cardiovascular health standards while maintaining confidentiality. Benefits include health and dental coverage, long-term disability, and a pension plan. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for this role.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Defined benefit pension plan

Long-term disability coverage

Qualifications

• 2 years of coding experience in health information management preferred.
• Current knowledge of Canadian health data collection standards.
• Commitment to ongoing learning with 36 continuing education credits every three years.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of health information as per NSHA policies.
• Conduct coding skills tests for selection process.
• Work to improve cardiovascular health and care standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of health information systems

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Adaptability to learning

Education

2-3 year diploma from a recognized Health Information Management program

Certified membership in good standing with CHIMA

Tools

3M

Discharge Abstract Database

National Ambulatory Reporting System

MEDITECH / STAR

Job description

Req ID: 214461
Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital
Department: IMIT HIS Coding CBR
Type of Employment: Permanent, Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Posting Closing Date: 9-Jan-26

About the Opportunity

Cardiovascular Health Nova Scotia's (CVHNS's) mission is improving cardiovascular health and care of Nova Scotians with a particular focus on acute coronary syndromes, heart failure, transient ischemic attack and stroke. CVHNS's mandate spans the continuum of care and includes development and dissemination of provincial standards and service delivery models, knowledge translation, monitoring and surveillance of process and outcomes of cardiovascular care, and partnerships to improve local health and care.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Successful completion of a 2-3 year diploma from a recognized Canada Health Information Management Association recognized program (2085 hours)
• Certified with the Canadian College of Health Information Management & hold active certified membership in good standing with Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA)
• Knowledge of National & Provincial legislation and NSHA/Area policies that govern Confidentiality, Privacy, and security of health information and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
• 2 years of coding experience in the health information management field preferred
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development including completion of 36 continuing education credits every three years post-graduation
• Current knowledge of data collection standard including Canadian Institute of Health Information standards (i.e. Discharge Abstract Database, National Ambulatory Care Reporting System, Management Information System)
• Knowledge of health information systems (3M, Discharge Abstract Database, National Ambulatory Reporting system, & ADT system (MEDITECH /STAR)
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and good judgement
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Demonstrated communication, interpersonal, collaboration and teamwork skills
• Demonstrated accountability, initiative and ability to work independently
• Demonstrated planning, organizing, prioritizing and time management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs- Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Lync & Outlook calendar
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

• *A coding skills test will be administered as part of the selection process
• Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, Full-time Position; 75 hours biweekly
• No travel required; Work from home Monday to Friday

*To perform this role, the successful candidate must live in Nova Scotia or be willing to relocate to Nova Scotia prior to starting work

Compensation and Benefits

$29.44 - 31.57 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Admin Professionals bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.