HIM Technician, Health Information Management

St. Joseph's Health Care, London; London; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Ontario, Canada is seeking a Health Information Management Technician – Release of Information on a casual part-time basis. The role involves processing and responding to requests for Personal Health Information while ensuring compliance with applicable privacy legislation. Candidates should possess a Health Information Management diploma and experience handling confidential information. Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential. Noteworthy responsibilities include leadership in department training and interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of recent related job experience.
• Knowledge of privacy legislation applicable to Release of Information.
• Detail-oriented with demonstrated accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process and respond to releases of Personal Health Information.
• Provide leadership and training to staff.
• Ensure adherence to legislated processes.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Education

Health Information Management Diploma program

Certified member with CHIMA

Tools

Cerner

AccessHIM

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Health Information Management Technician – Release of Information

St. Joseph's Hospital – London, ON
Casual Part Time
Salary Range: $31.74 – $37.35 /hour

The Health Information Management Technician – Release of Information works independently and is responsible for processing and responding to all releases of Personal Health Information and coordinating access to Personal Health Information. Analytical, critical thinking and decision‑making skills are required to independently work with the various policies/processes and Acts that govern the organization, such as the Public Hospital Act, Personal Health Information and Privacy Act, Health Care Consent Act, Substitute Decision Makers Act, Workplace Safety & Insurance Act, etc. Strict adherence to the above acts is crucial, understanding the risks associated with unauthorized release resulting in breaches to the patient's privacy; consultation is required for case‑sensitive issues with the Privacy Office and Risk Management office. Disclosure of information occurs based on implied consent, express consent, and mandatory disclosure and the Health Information Management Technician must apply their knowledge of legislative requirements and any requests from the patient for restrictions in their response to each request.

The position completes requests using Cerner's AccessHIM to measure and uphold the mandatory response time identified in PHIPA, the monthly reporting of releases, and reporting to the Privacy Commissioner. This position is responsible for providing leadership and training to department staff, ensuring adherence to legislated and departmental processes for release of urgent medical information. The Health Information Management Technician is a resource to all areas within the organization in matters pertaining to release of information. Clear, accurate and professional communication skills are crucial to interact with both internal and external customers.

Essential Qualifications

• Health Information Management Diploma program
• Certified member with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA)
• Minimum three years recent related job experience
• Knowledge of privacy and related legislation as it applies to Release of Information required
• Knowledge of chart documentation and requirements for legal releases
• Demonstrated computer skills with computerized patient information systems such as Cerner, AccessHIM, database software, Outlook, Intranet as well as intermediate level knowledge in Microsoft Word & Excel
• Detail oriented and demonstrated accuracy with the work involved
• Ability to handle highly confidential information
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills along with a strong customer focus
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team
• Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in French would be an asset

Teaching and Research

St. Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St. Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties.

Immunization Requirements

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing.