Clinical Coding Specialist

Position Details

Posting #:  33806
Department:  Coding and Health Information
Employee Type:  Regular, Part Time
If Temporary, Number of Weeks:  
Union:  CUPE
Openings Remaining:  1
Reason for Posting:  This position is for an existing vacancy.

Schedule

Work Days:  Monday to Friday
Time of Day:  Days
Shift:  7.5 hour
Shift Start:  8:00 Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:  Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Application Dates

Opening Date: 10/03/2026
Closing Date: 17/03/2026  Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY 
The Clinical Coding Specialist performs the function of coding and abstracting, as well as carrying out the department’s goals and objectives of providing & maintaining comprehensive, accurate and complete health records. The Clinical Coding Specialist is responsible for the coding and classification of all diseases and interventions for inpatient and outpatient encounters, in accordance with CIHI standards and MOHLTC requirements. Other appropriate duties may be assigned as required.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Employee must be certified with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA), in good standing
• Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CA/CCI coding practices and policies
• Comprehensive knowledge of pathophysiology, biomedical sciences, information sciences and technology and integration of clinical and financial information
• MS office suite of products including Excel, Word, Power Point and Access
• Experience with coding and abstracting applications (3M experience preferred)
• Experience, both technical and functional, in Healthcare Information Systems (EPIC, BORN, CCIS, WTIS, IDS, 3terra, etc.)
• Excellent working knowledge of CIHI Coding standards, CIHI DAD and NACRS Abstraction Manuals, RIW, HIG, CACS, and diagnoses typing
• Knowledgeable in Ontario Health policies and funding models, with acute attention to the relevance and reliance on the outcome of the coding and abstracting process in their application
• Strong communication skills are an asset to this position
• Prior coding experience an asset, preferably in a large teaching hospital
• Able to work in a team environment
• Consideration given to previous work record and attendance

Note:  Coding test will be administered as part of the interview process.

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process (recruit@stjoes.ca).