Position Number: 247736-67
Position Available: Specialist, Health Information
Status: Regular Full-Time
Department: Health Records
Union: Non-Union
Shifts: Days
Rate of Pay: $38.98 -> $48.72
Posting Date: August 25, 2026
Closing Date: September 8, 2026
Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on September 8, 2026.
About Joseph Brant Hospital:
Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.
JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca.
JBH is currently recruiting for a Specialist, Health Information to join our team.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Health Information Specialist (HIS) is responsible for the efficient collection, coding, abstracting, and submission of health information data for the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI), the Ontario Ministry of Health, and the Hospital. Utilizing CIHI standards and guidelines, the incumbent will code and abstract data for NACRS Emergency, Day Surgery, Oncology Clinic encounters, and/or DAD Acute Inpatient encounters.
The successful candidate is a graduate of an accredited Health Information Management program and is certified with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA). Experience in ICD-10-CA coding and computerized abstracting using MED2020 is preferred.
The successful candidate will be expected to perform other duties, responsibilities, and projects as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited Health Information Management Program.
- Certification with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA), in good standing, is required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of recent coding and abstracting experience.
- Proficiency in electronic abstracting systems and Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
- Experience with Epic, Med2020 (WinRECS), and 3terra is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated team-oriented approach with strong collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent change management skills, with the ability to adapt to evolving priorities and support organizational transformation initiatives.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with a demonstrated ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to reliable attendance, punctuality, availability, and performance.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
Please Note: Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department.
To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.
Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at [email protected] or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.
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