Zone: Eastern Urban Zone
Location: Mount Pearl Square
Medical Records Technician IA
Information Security & Privacy Office- Release of Information
Permanent Full-time
05721POS
Hours: 75 bi-weekly (8-hour shifts; days)
Salary: CG-27 (CAD25.99 - CAD28.74 per hour)
Competition Number: VAC0011573
Posted Date: 2025-05-22
Closing Date: 2025-05-29
Job Summary
The successful candidate will report to the Provincial Senior Manager, Access to Information. The Health Information Management Professional is responsible for releasing patient health information in accordance with appropriate policies and legislation. Providing customer service is also a major function of this role. The incumbent will liaise with the requestor to ensure appropriate information is sent to satisfy the purpose as required. The position is responsible for retrieving charts in various mediums (paper, electronic, microfilm/fiche), administration of fee schedule, preparing invoices and document remittance of fees. Logging all activity in the Release of Information application and acting as a resource for internal/external inquiries.
The incumbent will supervise clients who are reviewing their records; process all subpoenas, court orders and production orders as a designate of the Regional Manager of Release of Information; actively participate in training new staff. Performs other related duties as assigned by the manager.
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):
Constantly sits for long periods of time, occasionally required to lift files weighing between 10 - 25 lbs, occasional walking or standing.
Fine finger or precision work required; visual concentration is required to ensure accuracy.
Job Qualifications
Successful completion of a recognized/approved program in Health Information Management is required.
Current and continuing certification as an accredited Health Information Management Professional from the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA). CHIMA is required.
Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
Knowledge of PHIA and NL Health Services Policies as it relates to patient health records.
Proficiency and knowledge of computer applications.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.