Job Description

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
The Medical Records Technician II (Cancer Registry) assists in the day-to-day operations of the Newfoundland and Labrador Cancer Care Registry. The Medical Records Technician II completes abstracting and disease registration of all cancers diagnosed in Newfoundland and Labrador. The Medical Records Technician II performs cancer staging for all registered cancer. Cancer staging is done according to Canadian cancer staging rules and requirements, which are subject to change. The Medical Records Technician II participates in ongoing training and subject matter webinars. Additionally the Medical Records Technician II analyzes and identifies charts for data quality and chart deficiencies, orientates and trains new staff and performs other related duties as required.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Regularly lifts/carries charts weighing less than 10 lbs.
Constantly sitting and regularly standing and/or walking.
Fine finger or precision work required.
Constantly requiring visual concentration to ensure accuracy.
Reviewing of charts for data quality requires alertness and attention to detail.

Job Qualifications
Successful completion of a recognized/approved two-year program in Health Records Administration or Health Information Management is required.
Current and continuing certification as a Tumour Registrar by the National Cancer Registrars Association is required.*
Current and continuing certification as a Certified Health Information Management (CHIM) professional with the Canadian College of Health Information Management is required.
A minimum of two years of experience within the last four working as a Medical Records Technician I (Cancer Registry) is required.
Demonstrated strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated independence and a strong attention to detail.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

*If there are no applicants who possess the Tumour Registrar certification, the successful candidate will be required to obtain this certification within 24 months of commencing in the position.

Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.

If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

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