Position Overview

Reporting to the Manager of Health Information Services, responsible for a diversity of Health Information Services functions including patient pre-registration, patient registration, bed control, health record culling, death processing, Drug Program Information Network (DPIN) retrieval / Client Registry search, chart management, late report processing, chart assembly, and report generation / dissemination.

Experience

Experience in a Windows environment essential.

Education (Degree / Diploma / Certificate)

• Minimum grade 12 education.
• Successful completion of the Medical Administrative Assistant Program at Manitoba Institute of Trades & Technology, a recognized medical secretary program or the first year of a recognized diploma / degree in nursing - OR - Successful completion of a recognized medical terminology course, PLUS one-year experience in a Patient Registration department or one year related* experience.
• Experience as a Ward Clerk, Unit Assistant, Secretary or Receptionist in a clinical area is deemed to meet the definition of related.

Qualifications and Skills

Accurate typing 45 words per minute.

Physical Requirements

• May be required to work extended hours.
• May encounter aggressive and / or agitated individuals.
• Adheres to all safety and health policies, regulations and safe work practices.