Release Of Info Specialist Health Records

Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph¿s Health Centre and St. Michael¿s Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education. Join our team in our mission to continue to put patients and families at the centre of everything we do, in the role of Release of Info Specialist Health Records.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process all requests related to Access and/or Disclosure of Personal Health Information(PHI) according to established departmental procedures and applicable provincial statutes and legislation
• Prepare invoices and monitor remittance of fees
• Log all activity in the Release of Information application
• Accept and process all subpoenas, court orders, search warrants as a designate of the Director Health Information Services
• Attend court, as a designate for the Director Health Information Services, in response to subpoenas or summons, includes preparation of required documents
• Act as a resource for internal/external inquires regarding Access/Disclosure of Personal Health Information (PHI)
• Prepare ROI workload statistics on a monthly basis
• Manage request to ensure compliance with legislative turn around times as per the Information Privacy Commissioner (IPC)
• Collaborate, as required, with Risk Management and Patient Affairs staff
• Supervise patients who are reviewing their records
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited Health Information Management Program.
• Certification with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA). Must be a member in good standing.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Excellent customer service, conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
• Ability to show good judgement
• Working knowledge of provincial regulations related to the access/disclosure of Personal Health Information (PHIPA, Public Hosptial's Act, etc.,)
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Proficiency and knowledge of computer applications (Word and Excel), and Heatlh Care specific applications
• Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure
• Experience with access/disclosure of Personal Health Information (PHI)
• Must have an excellent attendance record

As a condition of employment, all external hires will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination or documentation unless a valid accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code exists. Please note, if you are extended an offer of employment, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination in Ontario QR Code format. All internal candidates must be in compliance with Unity Health Toronto¿s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

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