HIMP 2, Coding and Abstracting

The Ottawa Hospital; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ottawa Hospital is seeking a Health Information Management professional to join our coding team on a temporary basis. You will apply ICD-10-CA/CCI coding knowledge to abstract patient data, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in a busy hospital setting.

The position runs days, 8-hour shifts, and is temporary until January 7, 2028. You must be eligible to work in Canada and bring CHIMA-certified HIM credentials, with strong data entry and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Health Information Management Diploma Program recognized by the Canadian College of Health Information Management (CCHIM) at certificant level.
• Member in good standing with CHIMA maintained through ongoing CPE credits.
• Minimum of one year of previous related experience.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills and 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 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.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Oral and written communication

Data entry

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Education

Health Information Management Diploma

Tools

Med2020

3M abstracting

Registration systems

3M Code Finder

Job description

Job Posting Information

Temporary position until approximately January 7, 2028.

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.

The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to request accommodations throughout all stages of the recruitment process. These accommodation requests will be kept confidential. To request an accommodation or if you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact [e-mail].