HIMP 2, Coding & Abstracting

The Ottawa Hospital; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Defined Benefit Pension

Insurance protection

Employee discounts

Health & Wellness resources

Professional development

Job summary

The Ottawa Hospital is recruiting for a Health Information Management coding roles to support Emergency and Day Surgery data capture. This position requires graduate-level HIM credentials and CHIMA certification with at least one year of related experience.

You will code and abstract clinical information, ensure data accuracy, and collaborate within a busy hospital setting while adhering to coding standards and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Health Information Management Diploma Program recognized by the Canadian College of Health Information Management (CCHIM) at a certificant level.
• Member in good standing with CHIMA and ongoing CPE credits.
• Minimum of one year of previous related experience.
• Thorough knowledge of health information flow in a health care organization.
• Ability to code and abstract according to CIHI standards (ICD-10-CA/CCI).

Responsibilities

• Code and abstract health information according to CIHI coding standards.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of health information data.
• Meet Ministry and facility deadlines.
• Collaborate with team and communicate clearly with stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Data entry

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Computer skills

TOH values

Education

Health Information Management Diploma

Tools

Med2020

3M Abstracting

Registration systems

3M Code Finder

Job description

Job Posting Information

Temporary position until approximately March 31, 2027.

Temporary position until approximately March 31, 2027.

About The Ottawa Hospital

The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada's largest learning and research multi-campus hospitals. With more than 1,400 beds and approximately 17,000 staff, physicians, residents and volunteers, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and Eastern Nunavut regions. At The Ottawa Hospital, we don't just serve our community, we belong to the community. That insight is at the heart of our ambitious plan to reshape the future of healthcare for our community.

From the compassion of our people to the relentless pursuit of new discoveries, The Ottawa Hospital never stops seeking innovative solutions to the most complex health care challenges while continually engaging with the community to support our vision to provide each patient with the kind of care and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

Working together with its research institute, the University of Ottawa, and other partners, the hospital is continually gaining national and international recognition for high-quality patient care, teaching and research, while striving to meet the needs of the culturally diverse community we serve.

Rotation/Shifts

Days, 8 hours shift.

• For information purposes only - The Hospital reserves the right to change.

Basic Requirements

• Graduate of a Health Information Management Diploma Program recognized by the Canadian College of Health Information Management (CCHIM) at a certificant level;
• Member in good standing with CHIMA maintained through ongoing CPE credits;
• Minimum of one (1) year of previous related experience;
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
• Good organizational skills an ability to work independently & with a team;
• Thorough knowledge of the flow of health information in a health care organization;
• Excellent judgment and decision-making while coding an abstracting;
• Demonstrated accountability for decisions;
• Excellent data entry skills;
• Excellent close attention to detail and accuracy;
• Working knowledge in commonly used computer software for coding and abstracting;
• Ability to quickly adapt to new methods, coding standards, and electronic systems;
• Demonstrated commitment to the TOH values;
• Foundational knowledge of the CIHI Canadian Coding Standards and how they are applied to ICD-10-CA/CCI coding of Emergency and Day Surgery;
• Ability to work under pressure for Ministry and facility-imposed deadlines;
• Eligible to work in Canada.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coding in large teaching facility;
• Proficient in computer software such as Med2020 or 3M abstracting, Registration systems, code finder software such as 3M Code Finder, familiarity with folio.

What You Can Expect From Us

The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment for everyone. We are driven by our purpose to provide each patient with the world-class care, exceptional service and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

• We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package, a Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan, and insurance protection.
• We also offer discounts from choice providers on a variety of products and services.
• The Ottawa Hospital provides various Health and Wellness resources as well as opportunities for personal and professional development opportunities from our in-house Learning and Leadership Development team to help align your goals with your career objectives.