Req ID: 225361
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: IMIT HIS Coding CZ
Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1
Union: NSGEU Admin Professionals Position
Posting Closing Date: 26-Aug-26
Reporting to and under the direction of the Provincial Manager, Coding Classification & Terminology Standards, Clinical Documentation, Audit & Reporting and /or designate, the Coding Classification Specialist Health is responsible for providing accurate coding and abstraction of Inpatient, Day Surgery, and Emergency health information.
Coding & Abstracting
The Coding Classification Specialist through integration of clinical knowledge and information systems, contributes to quality, patient safety, decision making and planning of health care services. The HRT possess a unique skill set, allowing them to comprehensively collect data, maintain information integrity and report health information in a responsible and knowledgeable way. The Health Record Technician will be responsible for producing timely high quality coded and abstracted data, monitor data quality and prepare submissions for CIHI and other specialty programs.
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Successful completion of a 2-3 year diploma from a recognized Canadian Health Information Management Association recognized program (2085 hours)
- Certified with the Canadian College of Health Information Management & hold active certified membership in good standing with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA)
- Knowledge of National & Provincial legislation and NSHA/Area policies that govern Confidentiality, Privacy, and security of health information and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
- 2 years of coding experience in the health information management field
- Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development including completion of 36 continuing education credits every three years post-graduation
- Current knowledge of data collection standards including Canadian Institute of Health Information standards (i.e. Discharge Abstract Database, National Ambulatory Care Reporting System, Management Information System)
- Knowledge of health information systems (Solventum (Formerly 3M), Discharge Abstract Database, National Ambulatory Reporting system, & ADT system (MEDITECH /STAR)
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills and good judgement
- Demonstrated attention to detail
- Demonstrated communication, interpersonal, collaboration and teamwork skills
- Demonstrated accountability, initiative and ability to work independently
- Demonstrated planning, organizing, prioritizing and time management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs- Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams & Outlook calendar
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
*A coding skills test will be administered as part of the selection process
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
- Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
- Approximately 12 months
- This is a hybrid position, consisting of a rotating schedule of shifts working both on site and from home
$29.44 - 31.57 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health
Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.
From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Admin Professionals bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
