Clinical Reviewer - University Health Network, Toronto

About the role

The Clinical Reviewer is responsible for the identification, collection, entering, validation, and reporting of clinical data for two surgical databases. The role ensures the accurate and timely abstraction of preoperative, operative, and postoperative patient data through comprehensive review of hospital medical records (EPIC) and adherence to established database protocols. Working collaboratively with surgeons, fellows, and research, the Clinical Reviewer supports program objectives through reliable data management and outcome tracking. The position also maintains certification and compliance with the ACS NSQIP Surgical Clinical Reviewer (SCR) Training and Certification Program.

Day-to-day

• Identifies surgical patients for inclusion in the databases through the application of database inclusion/exclusion criteria and protocols.
• Collects preoperative, operative, and postoperative data components through the effective utilization of the hospital medical record systems (EPIC).
• Identifies streamlining and process improvement opportunities in the data collection process.
• Demonstrates appropriate utilization of resources necessary to obtain valid, reliable data for entry into the database.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of data into the database and meets the caseload accrual requirement protocol.
• Collects and reviews monthly complication data for monthly Morbidity and Mortality Rounds.
• Establishes effective working relationships with members of the hospital community, especially staff in the Surgical Unit, Nursing, Residents/Fellows, and Surgeons whose support is necessary for the management and success of the Program.
• Successfully completes/has completed the ACS NSQIP SCR Training/Certification Program

Skills and experience

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Health or Science Related Discipline or recognized equivalent required
• Graduate of George Brown College Diploma Program in Health Information Management, or equivalent, preferred
• Minimum over 1 year up to and including 2 years practical and related experience required
• Minimum one (1) year experience in hospital surgery department, surgery clinic, or medical records
• Minimum one (1) year clinical and/or professional experience preferred
• Clinical chart review and abstraction experience is a must

What's on offer

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks including multiple corporate discounts for travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, and on-site gyms