Temporary Release of Information Associate - Health Information Management

by London Health Sciences Centre

Position Type: Full-time
Location: London, Ontario
Date Posted: Jul 19, 2026
London Health Sciences Centre

Job Description

Posting Period

Open: July 21, 2026

 

Deadline: July 28, 2026

 

Non-Union

 

Reason for Posting: Existing Vacancy

Department Name

Health Information Management

 

The Release of Information (ROI) Associate will assume responsibility for the monitoring of documentation to ensure compliance to established standards. The duties of this position include the review and prioritization of all requests received by the organization for access and/or disclosure of Personal Health Information (PHI). The position requires frequent interaction with physicians and office support staff on requests for PHI ensuring consistent and timely processing of access/disclosure requests.

 

What we offer:

  • Rate of Pay: $32.33 per hour to $40.41 per hour
  • Status: Temporary Full-Time
  • Duration: Up to 12-months
  • Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
  • Career development and training opportunities
  • Employee Wellness Initiatives

Qualifications

As the ideal candidate, you have:

 

  • Successful completion of a two year Health Information Management (Canadian Healthcare Association) Diploma
  • Certification and Membership in good standing with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) required
  • Minimum one (1) year of recent, related experience required
  • Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing demands
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent accuracy & attention to detail
  • Proficient with Patient Information System - Cerner
  • Proficient Microsoft Office skills
  • Advanced knowledge of Privacy and related legislation as it applies to Access and Disclosure of Personal Health Information
  • Proficient knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations
  • Proficient knowledge and understanding of medico-legal aspects of chart documentation practices and requirements for legal releases as required by the Public Hospital's Act
  • Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
  • Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
  • Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's vision, purpose and values
  • Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

 

Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!

 

LHSC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.

 

Teaching, Learning and Research

 

London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Allied Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

 

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position.

 

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.

 

Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach.

 

Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or [email protected].

 

Immunization Requirements

 

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements LHSC.

 

Work Permit

 

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee's accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process