Job Description

October 14, 2026

NORTH WELLINGTON HEALTH CARE

PALMERSTON & DISTRICT HOSPITAL

POSTING #2026-237

Health Information Management Professional (Technician)

(CASUAL)

A casual Health Information Management Professional (Technician) position is available at the Palmerston & District Hospital.

This position is unionized with OPSEU, Local 226.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Assigning diagnostic and procedural codes Inpatient (DAD), ER/Daycare/Oncology (NACRS) patient records using ICD-10-CCI classifications
• Electronically abstract demographic and clinical information from the patient’s health record in accordance with Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) guidelines and principles and the Hospital’s policies/procedures
• Maintain departmental performance standards for productivity and data quality
• Submission of coded data to CIHI
• Remain current with changes in coding practices, CIHI guidelines/principles regarding DAD/NARCS coding elements
• Process requests related to access and/or disclosure of PHI according to Hospital Privacy Policy & Procedure and other applicable provincial statutes and legislation
• Perform data quality activities as required
• Act as a resource for internal/external inquiries regarding access/disclosure of PHI
• Work within scope of position but willing to accept other assignments and be available to take on additional duties or help out during backlogs/vacation

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited Health Information Management Program
• Certified member with the Canadian Health Information Management Association in good standing
• A minimum of 2 years recent experience working in a health information management capacity preferred
• Experience with Med2020 Abstracting System, Meditech and Microsoft Office Applications an asset
• Excellent computer proficiency, statistical aptitude and demonstrated attention to detail and data integrity
• Strong working knowledge of the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA)
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Demonstrated reliable attendance, punctuality, availability and performance required
• Demonstrated adherence to privacy and security compliance
• Satisfactory performance and attendance required
• Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date
• Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired

HOURS:

• Day shifts, Monday to Friday, as required

SALARY

• $33.53 to $35.08 per hour

Interested applicants please submit your cover letter and resume on BambooHR at the following link: https://whca.bamboohr.com/jobs/ by 4:00 pm on October 22, 2026

INTERNAL applicants please apply with your work email address.

EXTERNAL applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

North Wellington Health Care strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

North Wellington Health Care is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.