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St Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton Hiring for Clinical Coding Specialist Job at Hamilton Full Time
Posting #:
23487
Openings Remaining:
1
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Reg/Temp/Casual:
Temporary
Union:
CUPE
Hours of Work:
Monday to Friday; Days
Time of Day:
Shift Length:
Open Date:
03/01/23
Closing Date:
10/01/23
Temporary assignment – approximately 52 weeks
POSITION SUMMARY
The Clinical Coding Specialist performs the function of coding and abstracting, as well as carrying out the department’s goals and objectives of providing & maintaining comprehensive, accurate and complete health records. The Clinical Coding Specialist is responsible for the coding and classification of all diseases and interventions for inpatient and outpatient encounters, in accordance with CIHI standards and MOHLTC requirements. Other appropriate duties may be assigned as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Employee must be certified with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA), in good standing
- Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CA/CCI coding practices and policies.
- MS office suite of products including Excel, Word, Power Point and Access.
- Knowledge of computerized abstracting systems (for both DAD and NACRS), encoder and grouper. (3M preferred)
- Excellent working knowledge of CIHI Coding standards, CIHI DAD and NACRS Abstraction Manuals, RIW, HIG, CACS, and diagnoses typing
- Strong communication skills are an asset to this position
- Prior coding experience an asset, preferably in a large teaching hospital.
- Comprehensive knowledge of pathophysiology, biomedical sciences, information sciences and technology and integration of clinical and financial information.
- Able to work in a team environment
- Consideration given to previous work record and attendance
Note: Coding test will be administered as part of the interview process.
HOURS OF WORK
Monday-Friday, days
WAGE RATE
Hourly: $27.11…….$28.30……..$29.49 (plus 14% in lieu of benefits)
PLEASE NOTE
Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
St. Joe’s fosters an environment where we celebrate diversity, where teams reflect the diversity of the community in which we serve, enhancing the connection to patients, clients, community, and each other.
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