Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
24 Sep, 25
Salary
35.45
Posted On
22 Aug, 25
Experience
5 year(s) or above
Remote Job
Yes
Telecommute
Yes
Sponsor Visa
No
Skills
Good communication skills
Industry
Hospital/Health Care
Your Opportunity:
As a Data Quality (DQ)/Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) Specialist, you will ensure quality and integrity in accordance with provincial directives and Canadian Institute of Health Information (CIHI) rules and guidelines, in the Provincial Clinical Information System (Connect Care) and the Provincial Coding and Abstracting system (PCAS). Through collaboration, education, and technical expertise, the specialist ensures data integrity, supports accurate coding and documentation practices, facilitates compliance with regulatory standards, and provides guidance to data collection staff and clinical providers. *Applicants will be required to write and pass a provincial coding proficiency test with a minimum score of 80% and perform a pre-hire skills assessment with a minimum score of 70% prior to advancing to the interview. Location negotiable within the province of Alberta. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS has a Northern Allowance in place (for applicable geographical location) to an annual maximum of $6,300. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay Key accountabilities include, but not limited to: Clinical documentation and coded data reviews in collaboration with key stakeholders for continuous quality improvement and efficiencies with a patient centric focus. Collaborates with Provincial Advisors and other key stakeholders in the development and implementation of DQ and CDI standards ensuring best practices are understood and adhered to. The Employee shall maintain confidentiality of all Alberta Health Services (AHS) information in accordance with Alberta Access and Privacy Legislations and shall always comply with Alberta Health Services’ Information Privacy and Information Security policies.
Description:
As a Health Information Management Professional (HIMP) II, you will provide leadership in the development, implementation and reporting for health information services. You will be responsible for the coordination of daily operations as well as training new staff in your assigned area. You will deliver operational guidance and support to ensure that clinical information is timely, accurate and valid.
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