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Are you skilled with computers and interested in working in a fast-paced healthcare environment? Consider a career as a health information technology specialist! This emerging occupation involves planning, developing, testing, and using software to manage and display healthcare records and databases.

Health Information Technology Specialist Career Overview

As a health information technology specialist, you will primarily work in an office setting and spend most of your time working with computers. It's important to note that healthcare facilities like hospitals and clinics can be stressful and fast-paced, so you may experience increased stress levels in these environments. Additionally, there may be travel involved if you work in shared information services departments between healthcare facilities.

Requirements and Education

To become a health information technology specialist, a bachelor's degree in a health-related discipline is typically required. However, some may be hired with a diploma in health information management (HIM). It's beneficial to have work experience in fields such as computer science, information technology, management, social sciences, or health sciences.

Education Programs

If you're interested in pursuing education in this field, the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) website provides a list of schools offering accredited HIM programs. Keep in mind that completing a program does not guarantee entrance into the occupation, so it's important to explore education options and employment opportunities by contacting associations and employers in the field.

Related Education Programs

• Bay River College: Applied Clinical Research Post-Graduate Diploma
• Saskatchewan Polytechnic: Health Information Management
• Southern Alberta Institute of Technology: Health Information Management

National Occupational Classifications

It's also worth noting that health information technology specialists fall under various NOCs (National Occupational Classification) such as 2006 NOC, 2011 NOC, and 2016 NOC. Research thoroughly before enrolling in an education program and reach out to relevant associations and employers for more information.