Module 1: Getting Started with HIFIS
Learn how to log in and out of HIFIS, switch between service providers, understand the system interface, and manage your user account.
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Video: Introduction to the HIFIS Interface
A walkthrough of logging in, navigating the menus, and your first look at the HIFIS dashboard.
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Estimated: ~8 min
Logging In to HIFIS
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Each community has a unique HIFIS URL. Contact your HIFIS administrator if you don't know your community's web address.
Thunder Bay HIFIS Login: Log in to Thunder Bay HIFIS at tbaychat-hifis.ca. If you do not have an account, contact the LU HIFIS Support Team at hifis@lakeheadu.ca to request access. Your username and temporary password will be provided by the support team or your organization's administrator. For news and local resources, visit tbayhifis.ca.
How to Log In to HIFIS
- Navigate to the HIFIS Log In page by entering the HIFIS URL in your browser, selecting a desktop shortcut, or choosing a saved bookmark.
- Enter your username in the Username field.
- Enter your password in the Password field.
- Click the Log In button.
The HIFIS URL is different for each community. If you don't know the address, contact your HIFIS administrator or technical support.
How to Log In to a Different Service Provider
- Once logged in, click on the current service provider's name at the top right of the screen.
- When the Log In page appears, select a different service provider from the drop-down menu.
- Click the Log In button.
How to Log Out of HIFIS
- From the My Account menu, select Log Off.
Always log out of HIFIS when you are done using the system, especially on shared computers, to protect client privacy and data security.
Managing Your Account
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How to Change Your Password
- From the My Account menu, select Change Password.
- Enter your old password.
- Enter your new password, then enter it again to confirm it is exact.
- Click the Save button.
Choose a strong, unique password for your HIFIS account. Do not share your password with others. Each user must have their own individual account to maintain an accurate audit trail of all client record changes.
User Rights and Access
Your HIFIS administrator configures your account to only allow access to the modules and information relevant to your role. If you cannot see a module or function described in this training course, contact your HIFIS administrator to confirm your access rights.
Communities are expected to configure HIFIS so users only view and access the modules they need for their job. Only certain sections of this training may apply to your role.
Knowledge Check
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1. How do you correctly log out of HIFIS?
2. When viewing a client's record, what are the two menus always available?