Health Information Practitioner
Health Careers in Sask
Closure Date: Oct 31, 2024 11:59 AM CST
Position #: 155993
Union: Saskatchewan Government and General Employees Union
Bargaining Unit: SGEU – Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
City/Town: Saskatoon
Facility: SCA – Population Health
Department: Patient Information Services
Type: Full-time regular
Expected Start Date: November 19, 2024
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Hours of Work: In a 3 week rotation : 14 shift(s) of 7.77 hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 4, $27.803 to $32.537 (5 step range)
Job Description:
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY: The Health Information Practitioner is responsible for the release of information, quantitative analysis and quality assurances and assembly of all patient information and other related clerical duties. This position reports to the Director or Site Manager, Patient Information Services.
QUALIFICATIONS: Diploma in Health Information Management.
Membership: Active Membership with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA).
Skills:
Competent in the use of computers and Microsoft applications.
Ability to operate a computerized data entry system.
Ability to operate all types of office equipment.
Human relations skills required to empathize with complaints and/or concerns and establish rapport with patients, the public and other staff.
Ability to effectively communicate factual information both orally and in writing.
Moderate Judgment and problem-solving skills are required to select the most appropriate action from a variety of alternatives.
Accuracy of fine motor movements required for typing and sorting charts.
Knowledge of culturally responsive care for First Nations and Métis people.
Hiring Manager:
- Mcewen, Denise