Health Information Processing Clerk

Position Summary We are seeking a Permanent Part Time Health Information Processing Clerk at Kelowna General Hospital in Kelowna, BC. Days of work: Sunday to Tuesday, alternating Wednesday, Evenings Shift times: 16:00 to 00:00 What we offer: • Employee & Family Assistance Program • Employer paid training/education opportunities • Employer paid vacation-Medical Services Plan • Employer paid insurance premiums • Extended health & dental coverage • Municipal Pension Plan • Work-life balance What will you work on? This position performs clerical duties relating to preparation, maintenance and storage of patient information in paper and electronic form, secretarial duties for Managers and Physicians and quantitative analysis, such as: • Conduct quantitative analysis to ensure accuracy of patient records; • Monitors and maintains an electronic tracking system for deficient patient charts; • Types a variety of technical and non-technical material for Managers and Physicians - memos, correspondence, medical reports, minutes or notes at departmental or committee meetings; • Retrieves, organizes and files patient records, reports, and other documents; • Answers inquiries regarding patient information in accordance with legislative statutes, IHA and established policies, procedures and guidelines for Release of Information; • Data entry functions for a variety of clinical registries and/or databases; • Assists physicians in completing patient documentation by performing quantitative analysis; • Reception duties - answers telephone, transfers calls, takes messages or answers routine enquiries. Receives visitors, provides information and directs to appropriate areas. Sorts and distributes mail (paper and electronic). What should your application include? • A current 5 Minute Typing Test 55 wpm or greater completed within past 48 months from a recognized institution, (ON-LINE TESTS NOT ACCEPTED); • Proof of completion of a Medical Terminology Course; • Your Resume indicating two year’s recent related experience, Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience; • A Cover Letter stating your availability to start in a new position and on-call, casual work (i.e. days of the week). Where are we located? The largest and liveliest lakeshore community in the Okanagan, Kelowna is well-known as a year round outdoor playground. Named The Cultural Capital of Canada in 2004, Kelowna’s sunny weather, spectacular scenery, lakes, canyons and many attractions are the perfect combination for those who enjoy an active lifestyle and an urban setting. Kelowna residents and visitors enjoy a vibrant cultural life including a professional symphony, annual festivals, and art exhibits. Golf courses, orchards, pristine lakes and numerous surrounding vineyards make Kelowna (and nearby West Kelowna and Winfield/Lake Country) a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. World-class skiing and snowboarding is only a short drive away at Big White - where Canada’s largest ski-in/ski-out village offers a host of winter activities, fine dining and shopping. Apply today Qualfications • Grade 12, • Medical Terminology course, Plus • Two year’s recent related experience, Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience • Completion of a 5 Minute Typing Test 55 wpm or greater, dated within the past 48 months and must be issued from a valid institution only. (ON-LINE TESTS NOT ACCEPTED)

Location: Canada, CA

Posted Date: 9/28/2024