Data Analyst (DAD/NACRS Coder) - Decision Support - Temporary Full-Time 2024-7887
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Toronto, ON-
Number of positions available : 1
- Salary To be discussed
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Contract job
- Published on May 11th, 2024
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Starting date : 1 position to fill as soon as possible
Description
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Classification: Temporary Full-Time (until approx. May 2025)
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Summary of Duties
The Data Analyst Coder is responsible for the appropriate analysis, coding and abstracting of inpatient/outpatient visits from the patient records into the Med2020 WinRecs information system. The position also ensures that information is submitted to the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) in a timely manner, according to guidelines set by CIHI/MOHLTC and the hospital. Specific tasks include:
- Assigns ICD-10-CA/CCI codes related to inpatient/outpatient visits
- Applies ICD10-CA/CCI coding methodologies resulting in proper grouping outcomes
- Abstracting information according to standards from MOHLTC/CIHI (DAD, NACRS), and hospital abstracting guidelines
- Ensures that all visits to be coded are done and balance at the end of each month
- Document productivity in accordance with departmental protocols
- Perform regular audits on coded/abstracted data to ensure quality of coded data and adherence to coding standards
- Other related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Skills
- Graduate from a recognized Health Information Management/Professional program.
- Current active member with CHIMA in good standing and maintained on an annual basis.
- Certification with the Canadian Health Information Management Associate (CHIMA).
- 1 year previous experience with DAD or NACRS coding
- An in-depth knowledge and understanding of CMG's, HIG’s, ACW's, Case Mix Index (CMI) and expected length of stay
- Demonstrated coding competency in Inpatient and Emergency patient records.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and exercise tact and discretion
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Windows-based applications environment and keyboard speed of 40 wpm
- Demonstrated ability to function in a changing and sometimes stressful work environment
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