Health Information Management Professional, NACRS ED Coder

Employment Status: Full-time

Department: Clinical Information Services

Job Code: 24190

✓ Pension ✓ Dental Insurance ✓ Disability Insurance ✓ Health Insurance ✓ Life Insurance

At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Mission of providing exemplary and equitable care for and with our community.

Everything we do is grounded in our values of being compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and inspired. If you are seeking meaningful work in an organization where your contributions truly matter to patients, colleagues, and the broader community, you have come to the right place.

Current Shifts: Primarily Days

Location: 115 Delhi Street, Guelph, ON

Position Summary:

The HIM Professional maintains the highest standards for health care data. The HIM performs coding and abstracting of health records based on established guidelines and standards as per national and provincial requirements. The HIM participates in health data quality activities and continuous quality improvement initiatives. HIM- Coder working primarily remotely from home

In this role, you will:

• Have ongoing opportunities to learn and grow through a generous professional development program, including our education assistance fund and in-house learning initiatives
• Have access to a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation, health and dental benefits, short- and long-term disability coverage, and membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), with employer contributions matched at 126%.
• Be part of an organization that is deeply committed to the well being, safety, and psychological health of its workforce
• Support the Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression through meaningful action
• Collaborate with a team of highly skilled and dedicated healthcare professionals united by a shared purpose

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Guelph, known as “The Royal City,” offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals and their families.

• Expansive trails, rivers, and green spaces that support an active, outdoor lifestyle year-round
• A vibrant arts, culture, and music scene with nationally and internationally recognized events
• Diverse restaurants, cafés, and local craft breweries
• One of Ontario’s strongest and fastest growing economies
• Excellent education options, including both a university and college
• A welcoming, inclusive community with diverse cultures and centres of faith

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities:

• Graduate of a Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) approved Health Information Management program
• Certified Health Information Management Professional(CHIM) and current member of CHIMA
• Minimum two years ICD-10 and CCI coding experience in an acute health care setting, with a focus on NACRS Emergency Department coding
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team; working primarily remotely from home
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills complemented by the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with colleagues and the hospital community
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Data Analysis: Ability to accurately interpret and release patient medical information according to legal and ethical guidelines
• Thorough understanding of privacy laws (PHIPA) and (FIPPA)

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity where you will be supported, empowered, and valued, we encourage you to apply and explore how your career can grow at Guelph General Hospital.

This job posting is for a vacancy currently available. The hiring process can include the use of AI-enabled systems for administrative and candidate management purposes.

Guelph General Hospital is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to providing a respectful, safe, and supportive environment for all employees, free from discrimination and harassment.