Company Bio
North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.
What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care—a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community.
North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners.
We are proud to be a place where the best people come to learn, grow and innovate. Join North York General to accelerate your career!
Position Summary
Registration & Records Officer, Admitting & Patient Registration
Your goal in this position is to perform all clerical activities required for the security and maintenance of patient records. This position may also be required to support the registration of patients into the NYGH patient care system (Cerner). This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families.
On a practical level, you will
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Register patients in order to collect and document information required for use throughout the Hospital
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Chart retrieval and processing for discharged patients
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Chart assembly after physician completion and performing final quantitative analysis
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Perform ongoing quality audits on charts and processes
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Accurately file and retrieve patients’ health records on request for ongoing patient care, research projects and audits, etc.
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File charts and loose reports within acceptable time limits
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Work safely in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
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Ongoing updating of patient demographics as required
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Collection of payment for appliances and noninsured services
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Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
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Completion of your Ontario Secondary School Diploma, required
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Current enrolment or graduation from a Health Information Management Program an asset
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Knowledge of medical terminology, required
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Previous Health Records experience within a computerized healthcare setting preferred
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Accurate keyboarding skills essential, minimum speed 45 w.p.m
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Must be able to work effectively in a team environment
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Excellent command of spoken and written English
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Ability to prioritize and work under pressure
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Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate well with the public and staff
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Microsoft Office skills to the level required for the job
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Bilingualism in French/English an asset
What We Offer
Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Full Time Temporary Position of 6 months with 8 hour shifts, all shifts in the Admitting & Patient Registration department on all sites.We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which may include benefits, pension, vacation pay, or pay in lieu of benefits, when applicable. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca
How to Apply
Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:
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Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
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We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.
Closing Statement
At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
