Address An exciting opportunity exists to join Northern Sydney Local Health District Coding team. The position is responsible for the timely and accurate coding of patient's episodes of care by analysing clinical information to assign diagnoses and procedures codes using the ICD-10-AM classification system. In this role you will work in a team environment that continuously supports learning and development.
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time and Part time positions available until 30 June 2024 (with possibility of ongoing employment)Position Classification: Clinical CoderRemuneration: dependent on qualifications Hours Per Week: Up to 38Requisition ID: REQ469872
Salary per hour:Administration Officer (Level 3): $33.30 - $34.34Administration Officer (Level 4): $35.22 - $36.03Administration Officer (Level 5): $37.09 - $37.94Medical Records Administration Officer: $34.44 - $44.55Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.Where you'll be workingSite negotiable within NSLHD. Remote coding may be available for the right applicants
What you'll be doing
The primary responsibility of a Clinical Coder is the accurate translation of narrative descriptions of diseases, injuries and procedures into alphanumeric codes using ICD-10-AM and the correct assignment of the DRG within the NSW Health and Northern Sydney Local Health District timeframes.
People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background encouraged to apply.
Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:
Consistently demonstrates behaviours that reinforce the CORE Values of our organisation; Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. Demonstrates these behaviours with all stakeholders; colleagues, direct reports, as well as our patients and consumers, and those that care for them.
Completion of HIMAA/OTEN coding course or relevant tertiary qualifications in Health Information Management or equivalent experience.
Demonstrated coding experience in a tertiary hospital using ICD-10-AM/ACHI and 3M Codefinder across a range of specialties with a proven knowledge and understanding of Australian Coding Standards and DRGs.
Demonstrated ability to monitor and consistently meet coding throughput and quality KPIs.
Demonstrated time management skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks.
Demonstrated experience with Patient Administration system/eMR such as Cerner.
Demonstrated ability to work in both unsupervised environment and within a team.
Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, both in verbal and written communication.
Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Winnie Ng on Winnie.Ng@health.nsw.gov.au
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Applications Close: 7 March 2024
