Health Information Coder - Tech II
St Thomas Elgin General HospitalRole Overview
St Thomas Elgin General Hospital is hiring a mid-level Health Information Coder - Tech II. This is a full-time role in St Thomas. Part of St Thomas Elgin General Hospital's Qa hiring, posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Posting Dates: June 18, 2026 - June 24, 2026
At STEGH, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and improving the health of our community. Our Hospital is a dynamic environment where teamwork and compassion are at the forefront of everything we do.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
The Health Information Coder contributes to healthcare delivery as a member of the healthcare team by interacting with medical staff, health providers and management. This position is responsible for performing coding and abstracting duties to provide accurate and timely data on Inpatient, Day Surgery and Emergency cases for reporting to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, Ministry of Health and internal hospital departments. Responsibilities also include Release of Information, Q.A., and other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:
- Certified in Health Information Management (HIM) with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA)
- Recent ICD-10-CA coding work experience in an acute care setting, including Emergency coding
- Proven ability to work with minimum supervision utilizing effective organization skills in a changing environment
- Physical ability to carry out the essential duties of the position
- Ability to regularly attend work in accordance with the Attendance Support Program
- Acceptable performance record that is aligned with STEGH values and Code of Conduct
WHAT WE PREFER YOU TO HAVE:
- Three (3) years coding experience
- Recent work experience with 3M HDM and Codefinder
- Experience with Cerner or other electronic patient record systems
- Qualitative Analysis (QA) experience
- Release of information (ROI) experience
HOURS:
The successful candidate must be available to work on all tours applicable to the department. In addition, this position must be flexible to occasional changes in hours when required to meet the operational needs of the department and be able to commit to the non-availability standards outlined in the Collective Agreement.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Full Time Status: Paid vacation and a comprehensive benefits plan
- Part Time Status: Percentage of earnings in lieu of vacation/benefits
- Training and development opportunities
- Access to our Health and Wellness 360 Program including an onsite social worker
- Yoga, stretching, mindfulness sessions, and much more!
- Access to a walking track, exercise circuits and the hospital gym
- An opportunity to contribute to a compassionate, diverse, and talented workplace
- Be a part of a team environment where ideas for continuous improvement are encouraged and heard
Ready to Join the Team? Apply today!
*This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the organization
Successful candidate must reside locally as this is a hybrid position.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Health Information Coder - Tech II position at St Thomas Elgin General Hospital?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to St Thomas Elgin General Hospital. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Health Information Coder - Tech II position at St Thomas Elgin General Hospital located?
This position is based in St Thomas. St Thomas Elgin General Hospital has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Health Information Coder - Tech II at St Thomas Elgin General Hospital earn?
St Thomas Elgin General Hospital has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Health Information Coder - Tech II role at St Thomas Elgin General Hospital posted?
This role was posted on June 18, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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