Coding Technologist 377772
Coding Technologist 377772
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Job Description
Requisition ID: 377772
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Posting End Date:Open Until Filled
City: Winnipeg
Employer: Shared Health
Site:Health Sciences Centre
Department / Unit: Coding & Analysis HIS
Job Stream: Clinical Support
Union: CUPE
Anticipated Start Date: 03/28/2025
FTE: 1.00
Anticipated Shift: Days
Work Arrangement: In Person
Daily Hours Worked: 7.50
Annual Base Hours: 1950
Salary: $34.439 $35.475 $36.539 $37.633 $38.764 $39.929
Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patientcentered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some provincewide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Manager Coding and Analysis the incumbent is responsible for coding inpatient and day surgery health records utilizing ICD10CA and CCI and abstracting those records in accordance with CIHI standards. Extracts data from the health record and appropriately enters that data into the online abstracting system in accordance with current coding and abstracting standards. Makes adjustments to abstracts based on updated chart documentation edit failure reports and quality data reviews. Responsible for ensuring completeness and accuracy of encoded and abstracted information in order to meet strict schedules for data submission.
Experience
- Experience within the past three 3 years using ICD10CA and CCI (International Classification of Diseases 10th Edition Canada and Canadian Classification of Interventions) to code in accordance with CIHI Canadian Coding Standards.
- Experience within the past three 3 years completing abstracts in accordance with the CIHI Discharge Abstract Database Manual rules and guidelines.
- Preference given to those with knowledge and experience using the Manitoba Abstract Data Elements (MADE).
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
- Successful completion of a CHIMArecognized Health Information Management program required.
- Successful challenge of the CHIMA National Certification examination with a valid CHIMA certificate current active CHIMA membership required.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
- Certification with the Canadian College of Health Information Management and current active membership in the Canadian Health Information Management Association is required.
Qualifications and Skills
- Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs traditions and values.
- Ability to assign diagnosis typing in accordance with the CIHI Coding Standards.
- Ability to analyze information in patient records in order to select appropriate codes abstract data elements and assign patient services.
- Ability to use Folio Views to assign diagnosis and intervention codes.
- Ability to manage time effectively and to prioritize demands in order to meet deadlines.
- Ability to recognize when key data required to select appropriate codes and abstract elements is missing from the patient record.
- Detailoriented with an appreciation for data quality.
- Ability to use appropriate reference materials.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to ask appropriate questions to gain assistance.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team effort.
Physical Requirements
- Extended periods using a computer including viewing online information and using a mouse.
- Very frequent deadline pressures.
- Requires careful attention to detail with a highlevel of accuracy.
Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs traditions and values.
We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family friends and neighbours please apply today.
Interested candidates should selectthe Apply icon below to upload their cover letter resume and copy of licenses/certification.
This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six 6 months prior to the start of employment.
Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.
Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
Employment Type
Full-Time
