Health Records Technician - Temporary Full-Time

brockvillegeneralhospital; Kemptville; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Brockville General Hospital seeks a Health Records Technician to accurately code clinical reports, abstract diagnoses, and assemble charts in a busy Health Records Department.

The role requires CHIMA certification in good standing, knowledge of CIHI standards, and strong attention to detail to support patient confidentiality and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Health Information Management program.
• CHIMA certification is mandatory and current in good standing.
• Knowledge of CIHI coding standards and ICD-10/CCI coding.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Code clinical reports (DAD and NACRS) using ICD-10/CCI.
• Abstract diagnoses and symptoms per CIHI guidelines.
• Assemble inpatient, emergency and day surgery charts.
• Analyze charts qualitatively and quantitatively.
• Support routine office duties and departmental operations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and accurate records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Health Information Management program

Tools

Med2020 (WinRecs)

Job description

Position: Health Records Technician

Competition #: 2026-

Status: Temporary Full-Time (up to 12 months with possible extension)

Department: Health Records

Union Association: CUPE

Hours of Work: Day shifts (Monday to Friday) subject to change based on operational needs

Salary:$31.36 - $35.51/hour

Summary of Job:

The Health Record Technician is responsible for the timely and accurate coding of clinical reports as required by provincial and federal standards. The Health Records Technician Participates in service and hospital-wide activities and programs that model and promote a safe and healthy patient-centered environment and that contribute to quality improvement and risk management initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient confidentiality
• DAD and NACRS coding of diseases and interventions using International Classification of Disease version 10 (ICD-10) and Canadian Classifications of Interventions (CCI)
• Abstraction of diagnosis and symptoms according to CIHI guidelines
• Assembly of inpatient, emergency and day surgery charts
• Qualitative and Quantitative analysis of inpatient charts
• Assisting with routine office duties as necessary, telephone and counter etc.
• Other duties as deemed necessary to ensure efficient functioning of a busy Health Records Department

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Health Information Management program, from a recognized college
• Certification with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) is mandatory
• Current active CHIMA member in good standing and maintained on an annual basis
• Knowledge of the Public Hospitals Act, ICD-10/CCI disease classifications standards
• Sound knowledge of CIHI coding standards
• Knowledge with CIHI grouping methodologies i.e. CMG, CACS, HIG
• Familiarity with Med2020 (WinRecs), or other abstracting software
• Knowledge of a terminal digit filing system
• Good organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrated courteous, pleasant and accountable work ethic
• Proven communication skills and ability to work independently or with others as required
• Good attendance and availability required