Medical Archivist

Description:

The Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux (CISSS) du Bas-Saint-Laurent is currently seeking Archivistes médicales ou médicaux to join its healthcare teams in Rivière-du-Loup and Rimouski. This role is essential in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality of medical records, while contributing to the quality of healthcare services offered to the population. Candidates will work within a multidisciplinary team and collaborate closely with healthcare professionals, ensuring proper handling, storage, and accessibility of medical information.

As a medical archivist, you will play a vital role in supporting healthcare operations through information analysis, record keeping, coding, and compliance with confidentiality regulations. You will also have opportunities to mentor students and contribute to the development of best practices in medical archiving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze patient files to ensure completeness and compliance with required medical information.

• Code and index relevant data elements for accurate record keeping.

• Manage access to patient records in accordance with laws, regulations, and confidentiality policies.

• Apply the retention schedule for medical records.

• Contribute to the effective management of the medical archives service.

• Provide orientation and training to staff and interns regarding records management, confidentiality, and related policies.

• Collaborate in the continuous improvement of record-keeping processes and practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Medical Archives, or equivalent qualification recognized by:

  • The Ministry of Education,

  • The Association des gestionnaires de l’information de la santé du Québec, or

  • The Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA).

• Experience in access to information, analysis, and coding considered an asset.

• Strong computer skills and willingness to learn new software tools.

• Must successfully pass a written test.

Desired Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.

• High sense of confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting.

• Commitment to accuracy, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Benefits & Working Conditions:

• Competitive salary with recognition of prior experience at hiring.

• Progression in salary scale based on years of experience.

• Comprehensive group insurance programs.

• Attractive retirement plan with pre-retirement support.

• 4 weeks of vacation after one year of service.

• 9.6 paid sick days annually or equivalent benefits.

• 13 paid statutory holidays per year or equivalent benefits.

• Leadership development and succession programs.

• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Access to TELUS Health wellness platform.

• Potential eligibility for a new graduate tax credit in a remote region.

• Opportunities to contribute to student training, research, and interprofessional collaboration.

About the Organization:
The CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent employs more than 8,500 dedicated professionals serving diverse regions across eastern Quebec, from Rivière-du-Loup to Rimouski, Témiscouata, La Matapédia, and beyond. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare and services, supporting community well-being, and offering a dynamic and inclusive workplace where collaboration, innovation, and patient-centered care are top priorities.