Health Information Management HIM Data Quality Analyst

IntroductionOak Valley Health, a leading community healthcare organization in Ontario, serves patients through Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and the Reactivation Care Centre. With a patient-centered approach, Oak Valley Health provides high-quality care to over 437,000 individuals annually. Services encompass diagnostics, emergencies, acute care medicine, surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s programs.Requisition Number: JR101242OverviewPlease Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.Land acknowledgement:Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.Who you are:You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage.You are a patient and/or client-centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard.You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills.What we need:Reporting to the Manager, Health Information Management, Coding and Data Quality, this position will work both independently and in collaboration with other team members to ensure completeness and excellence in data quality and reporting for all Oak Valley Health sites.Work schedule:Monday - Friday 0900-1700. Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.Compensation:BAND QRange: $35.58 - $41.73ResponsibilitiesMonitor documentation practice and identify errors for corrections and resolutions as per the documentation standards and guidelines.Ensure the provision of accurate and quality data from all stakeholders for decision making, external reporting and of benchmarks (e.g., Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI), Cancer Care Ontario, etc.).Perform data quality audits (e.g., Point of Care scanning) and analysis to help identify solutions to data quality and data validation problems and implement preventative measures.Identify trends and outliers in data, follow-up with end-users and managers to ensure standards of practice are maintained.Coordinate and monitor the data quality activities initiated from the Data Quality and Analytics Committee and act as a co-facilitator for the meetings.Maintain accuracy and timeliness in completion of the HIM Dashboard by working closely with the HIM Team Leads.Liaise with all relevant stakeholders to ensure the timely completion of the Corporate Data Quality Scorecard and make recommendations to implement strategies for continuous quality improvement.Evaluate and monitor HIM project(s) progress and measure project performance using necessary tools and techniques.Commit to, and actively work to remain knowledgeable and up to date in the assigned field.Challenge the status quo and recommend innovative ways to improve reporting process efficiency and quality.RequirementsCompletion of a recognized relevant university degree in healthcare or business.Demonstrated proficiency in qualitative and quantitative data analytics, visualization, and reporting.Ability to translate business statistical concepts into the data/information realm along with strong analytical skills.Experience with relational database structures and the extraction and manipulation of data using Microsoft SQL, Power BI, or Cristal Reports.Proficient in using MS Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint and Word).Sound organizational and project planning skills with the ability to multi-task and adjust to a fast-paced environment to meet conflicting deadlines.Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision and also possessing a positive team-spirited attitude.Effective communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of staff including physicians, patient service leaders, Ministry representatives and various other internal/external client groups.Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards.Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital-related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required.Adhering to confidentiality and privacy requirements for sensitive financial and clinical information.Considered an asset:2 or more years of previous relevant healthcare and process analysis and data analysis.Demonstrated knowledge of patient registration and health Information management.Experience working with hospital administrative data (DAD, NACRS, OMHRS, NRS, and CCRS) and other large healthcare datasets (e.g., IntelliHealth).Experience in process mapping and using Ms. Visio.Prior experience in working with SharePoint and a Business intelligent tool, particularly Power BI.Background and experience in working with hospital Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems, specially Meditech Expanse.Certified Health Information Management Professional and member of Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA).Who we are:Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations and includes Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and our Reactivation Care Centre. Across our hospitals and the RCC we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?COVID StatementAs a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required). In order to provide you with fair & equitable accommodation, you must submit supporting medical exemption documentation or an affidavit detailing why your religion prohibits you from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.Oak Valley Health diversity statementOak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI. #J-18808-Ljbffr