Website Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
Internal/External Posting
This posting is to fill a current vacancy
Reference Number: HEALT001433 If applying by email, indicate the reference number in the subject line
Job Type: 2 Full Time Permanent Positions
Location: Sioux Lookout, Ontario
Rate of Pay: Annual $51,319 – $68,932 / Hourly $28.197 – $37.874
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Application Deadline: March 12, 2026 @ 8:30a.m. CST
Position Summary
The Admin I – Health Records is responsible for performing a variety of Health Records data entry duties, as well as other Health Records related duties as assigned.
Accountability
The Admin I – Health Records is directly accountable to the Supervisor – Health Records.
Qualifications
•Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment)
•Medical Records Assistant Certificate/Diploma
•1-2 years’ work experience in a medical office/setting
•Working knowledge of computer word processing programs, Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
•Medical terminology is an asset
•Recognition/Knowledge of health record documents
•Excellent written and oral communication skills
•Ability to work under minimal supervision and as part of a team
•Professional integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality is essential
•Good working knowledge and experience in time management and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout region is an asset.
•Ability to perform the requirements of the role on a regular basis
Roles & Responsibilities
•Copy, scan, label and distribute all health records data.
•Keep community physician MRP status current.
•Assist with release of information, death certificates, etc.
•Assist in checking and filing all golden rod HL7 reports in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
•Check all mismatched results in EMR and forward to appropriate physicians.
•Verify, correct and maintain all patient demographics in EMR and add new patient charts as required.
•Monitor and correct labs/documents/results filed in error in EMR
•Reply to any messages regarding problems with incoming results/reports or direct accordingly.
•Identify duplicate charts in EMR and ensure all contents of chart have been placed on one correct chart.
•Ensure security of patient confidentiality by maintaining a secure work station and keeping current on all health information policy and procedures.
•Maintains continuity of work operations by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs relating to health records to the Health Records Coordinator.
•Photocopying of records/documents for billing purposes.
•Special projects as assigned.
•Assist with other health record duties when necessary.
About Working with Us
The Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority (SLFNHA) serves 33 First Nation communities in the Sioux Lookout region in Ontario, Canada. Mandated by the leadership in these communities, our organization is dedicated to strengthening First Nations by contributing in unique ways to a strong health system for the Anishinabe. We value respect, relationships, culture, equality and fairness. Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority focuses on hiring Indigenous employees whenever possible.
We offer competitive and comprehensive employment benefits to Full-Time employees:
•Health and dental benefits
•Competitive time off plans that increase with years of service
•Pension plan & comprehensive insurance coverage
•Fitness reimbursement program
•Professional development opportunities
•Relocation assistance
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Candidates are encouraged to self-identify on their application. Self-identification is voluntary and the information is used to assist SLFNHA in hiring Indigenous people from the region whenever possible and to support candidates in their application.
If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at:
Human Resource Department
Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority
P.O. Box 1300, 61 Queen Street
Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8
Phone: (807) 737-1802
Fax: (807) 737-2969
Email: Human.Resources@slfnha.com
No resumes received after application deadline will be accepted.
SLFNHA wishes to thank all applicants in advance. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For additional information regarding the Health Authority, please visit our website at www.slfnha.com
SLFNHA is a proud supporter of Mikinakoos Children’s Fund. To find out more, visit www.mikinakoos.com