Clinical Coder
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Admin Off Level 4
Remuneration: 35.22 - 36.02
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ531632
Are you looking for a new challenge?
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).
Kempsey
Set on the banks of the mighty Macleay River, Kempsey was originally established as a timber and dairy hub and retains many of its historic buildings as a vestige of its past. Home to two great Australian icons – country music legend Slim Dusty, and the Akubra hat, which has been made in the town for the past 50 years – Kempsey is surrounded by national parks and just a short drive from the beautiful beaches of the Macleay Valley Coast.
What you'll be doing
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@nsw.health.gov.au or 0487 971 741.
MNLCHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards, particularly to ensure people working with children are suitable and supported in the workplace.
- Relevant formal qualifications and demonstrated competencies for Clinical Coder as specified in the HIMAA Clinical Coder National Competency Standards and Assessment Guide including medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
- Demonstrated clinical coding knowledge, application of Australian Standards and experience using the current edition of the International Classification of Diseases Australian Modification -- with demonstrated coding accuracy and productivity rate
- Demonstrated experience using a Patient Administration System (eg. Cerner/iPM) and 3M Codefinder software and other coding resource materials
- Minimum of 12 months working experience as a Clinical Coder together with a sound understanding of DRG's and Activity Based Funding
- Proven organisational, communication and problem-solving skills with experience in communicating with clinicians on clinical coding matters
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, meet deadlines, establish priorities and display excellent interpersonal skills as an effective member of a team
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Eva Grant on Eva.Grant@health.nsw.gov.au
Code of Ethics and Conduct for NSW Government Sector Employees
Mid North Coast LHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards
