Job Description

IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada\'s leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required) from the Ontario Ministry of Health website or other authorized source. An individual is fully vaccinated if they have provided proof of vaccination in the form of a receipt from COVaxON (the Ministry\'s provincial system for COVID-19 vaccination information) and 14 days have elapsed from the final dose. In the event that you are unable to be vaccinated as a result of a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written explanation of the ground and any supporting documentation to determine if you are exempt from this requirement.Position SummaryRegistration & 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

• Register patients in order to collect and document information required for use throughout the Hospital

• Chart retrieval and processing for discharged patients

• Chart assembly after physician completion and performing final quantitative analysis

• Perform ongoing quality audits on charts and processes

• Accurately file and retrieve patients\' health records on request for ongoing patient care, research projects and audits, etc.

• File charts and loose reports within acceptable time limits

• Work safely in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act

• Ongoing updating of patient demographics as required

• Collection of payment for appliances and noninsured services

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of your Ontario Secondary School Diploma, required

• Current enrolment or graduation from a Health Information Management Program an asset

• Knowledge of medical terminology, required

• Previous Health Records experience within a computerized healthcare setting preferred

• Accurate keyboarding skills essential, minimum speed 45 w.p.m

• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment

• Excellent command of spoken and written English

• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure

• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate well with the public and staff

• Microsoft Office skills to the level required for the job

• Bilingualism in French/English an asset

What We OfferWorking 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 Permanent Position with 8 hour shifts, all shifts, in the Admitting & Patient Registration department on all sites. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. 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.caFOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital\'s Occupational Health and Safety department.#LI-BR1How to ApplyThink you\'re the right person for the job? Here\'s your first chance to show us why:

• Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.

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.

North York General Hospital