Health Records Assistant

TORONTO GRACE HEALTH CENTRE: JOIN OUR TEAM!

The Toronto Grace Health Centre (TGHC) provides specialized care and services to those individuals who require Complex Continuing Care, Post Acute Care Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, and Transitional Care. The care and services provided at TGHC help facilitate the patient flow through the health care system and ensures recovery to those individuals who may return to their homes or to Long Term Care (LTC) facilities in their communities.

As a compassionate, caring and influential team member, you will make a personal difference in the quality of life of our patients. If you want to work in an environment where every face is familiar and where care and commitment flow to patients and staff equally, join our team and become part of the Toronto Grace family.

HEALTH RECORDS ASSISTANT

TEMPORARY PART-TIME 12 MONTH CONTRACT

DAYS

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Health Records Manager/Privacy Officer, the Health Records Assistant will ensure that patient charts are maintained in accordance to the standards, vision and values of the Health Centre, professional practice and legislative requirements. The Assistant will process health records while safeguarding patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

•Graduate of an approved Health Information Management program or student in Health Information Management

•Must be an active member of the Canadian Health Information Management Association

•Minimum one (1) year experience in Health Records Department or related job experience

•Strong organizational skills, self-directed and able to prioritize workload and meet deadlines

•High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

•Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

•Clerical and proficient computer experience

•Knowledge of PHIPA and FIPPA

•Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

•Excellent attendance record.

•Demonstrated resilience to adapt in an ever-changing environment.

•Must have the physical strength, flexibility and endurance required to perform the role, as determined by the needs of the position and based on assessment conducted by Occupational Health Services

MAIN RESPONSIBILTIES

1.Management of Patient Information /Charts

• Assemble patient chart and check records for deficiencies

•Track, pull and file patient charts

•Review, distribute and archive transcribed reports

•Sort and file loose reports. Scan paper documents.

•Review chart documentation and verify demographic and admission details and update accordingly

•Prepare statistical reports on excel

2.Provides coverage to other Health Information Clerical employees as required

Qualified candidates may apply to:

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter to jobs@torontograce.org quoting job #03282025 – Health Records Assistant – Temporary Part Time. Please visit our website to learn more about the rewards of building a career at the Toronto Grace Health Centre: www.torontograce.org We are a “Great Place to Work”. Toronto Grace Health Centre is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the Human Resources Department.

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Thank you for your interest in The Toronto Grace Health Centre. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

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