Job Description

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Who we are

The Temiskaming Hospital, located approximately 150 kilometres north of North Bay, is nestled upon the traditional territory of the Algonquin, Anishinaabe and Cree people along the beautiful shores of Lake Temiskaming.


Home to a number of provincial parks, lakes and nature trails and rich in culture and history, the area boasts a diverse population of French, English as well as aboriginal cultures and a work-life balance second to none!


With a vision for driving positive health outcomes for our communities, Temiskaming Hospital is committed, as its mission, to be a partner and leader in quality, people-centered care, improving health and wellbeing in northern rural Ontario.


TH offers a wide range of acute and post-acute care including emergency and intensive care, medical/surgical care, obstetrical, rehabilitation and complex/transitional care and palliative care services. Through regional partnerships and visiting specialists, TH is able to offer a broad range of outpatient services including dialysis and chemotherapy. In addition to the above, the Hospital offers laboratory, diagnostic imaging and mental health and addictions programs.

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Why choose a career at Temiskaming Hospital?

Whether you are new to the area or returning home to your "roots", Temiskaming Hospital provides the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of healthcare professionals that values the unique journey of our patients. Throughout the years to come, you will have the opportunity to be a part of our expanded healthcare services, which will be instrumental in shaping the future of healthcare in the rural North.


As an organization, we are committed in investing in continuous learning, broadening staff experiences, ensuring knowledge transfer and creating opportunities for advancement to ensure a culture of succession.


At Temiskaming Hospital, we value the contributions of our staff and are proud to offer the following benefits and services:

Competitive compensation packages and participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) "Perkopolis" membership which provides discounts and rewards on tickets, shopping and travel On-site Fitness Centre/ Massage chair A commitment to providing a workplace which supports, diversity, equity and inclusion A variety of recognition programs acknowledging the contributions of our staff throughout the year

Current Recruitment Incentives:

Registered Nurses (Full-time, only)

- $5,000 (3 years return of service)

Registered Nurses (Part-time, only)

- $3,000 (1 year return of service)

Pharmacist (Full-time)

- $ 20,000 Sign-On Bonus for 5 years return of service

Medical Laboratory Technologis

t -$3,000

Relocation reimbursements

In addition to the Hospital's incentives, candidates may also participate in a number of Nursing initiatives and funding programs including:

Tuition Support Program for Nurses (Ministry of Health and Long Term Care) Tuition Support Program for Nurses Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) - Health Force Ontario HealthForceOntario Canada Student Loan forgiveness for nurses - Canada Student Loan forgiveness for family doctors and nurses - How much you could receive - Canada.ca
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Diversity and Accessibility

At TEM, we continue to foster a culture of respect with a diverse workforce reflective of our northern community. We believe that bringing different perspectives, values and backgrounds will enhance the experiences we bring to each other and ultimately to our patients.

As part of our recruitment process, we welcome and encourage all qualified applicants protected under the Human Rights Code to consider employment with us.

In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA'), should any applicant require accommodation through any phase of the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources with your request.

Job Listings

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The Health Records Technician is responsible for the review and analysis of clinical records to insure internal consistency and completeness. Morbidity coding and abstracting according to recognized classification systems.

Affiliation:

Union

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CUPE 4404

Rate of Pay:

$27.576 - $32.729

Hours of Work:

8:00 am - 4:00 pm (weekdays)

Mandatory Requirements:

Graduate of an approved course for Health Information Professional Registered and active member in good standing with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) Minimum 2 years' experience with DAD and NACRS Must be able to meet Canadian Institute of Health Information and Ministry of Health deadlines Must be able to type 80 words per minute error free Proficiency in computer programs (Excel / Word / SAP Crystal Reports / WinRecs / Med2020 and Meditech)

Preferred Qualifications:

Extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and medical terminology Experience as a Health Records Technician Experience as a Transcriptionist in a hospital or related health care facility Ability to work under pressure and conditions of frequent interruptions Communications skills both written and verbal in English and French

Responsibilities:

Codes diagnoses and treatment procedures using the International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems and Canadian Classification of Health Interventions (ICD-10-CA & CCI), adhering to the Canadian Coding Standards Reviews Inpatient, Emergency, Surgical Day Care, Minor Surgery, and Day Medicine charts for internal consistency, accuracy and completeness. Ensures quality assurance and accuracy of coding. Networks with similar coding personnel for mutual benefit and support. Provides support to Team Leader in collecting daily information for GI Endo project and Discharge Summary Project. Reviews/stores CIHI statistical reports and distributes as required. Abstracts and submits MOHLTC and CIHI mandated data using WinRecs Med2020 program following weekly, monthly, and quarterly deadlines. Collects and prepares data for monthly Utilization Report for Senior Leadership. Prepares month-end reports for Discharge Abstract Database (DAD). Distributes inpatient and outpatient charts to doctor's boxes for completion and performs subsequent checking for completeness of these charts. Maintains confidentiality of patient information. Releases information in accordance with provincial legislation and hospital policy.

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Please Apply To:

Human Resources Department

Temiskaming Hospital

421 Shepherdson Rd.

New Liskeard, ON P0J 1P0

Email:

careers@temiskaming-hospital.com

Temiskaming Hospital thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process provided the applicant has met bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.