Clinical Coder - Location Negotiable Within Southern NSW Local Health District
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- Southern NSW Local Health District
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- REQ348295 Requisition #
Selection Criteria
- Successful completion of endorsed clinical coding course with evidence of participation in education for the current edition of ICD-10-AM.
- Minimum of 1 years clinical coding experience across a range of specialties and sound knowledge of Australian Coding Standards.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Casemix, Diagnostic Related Groups (DRGs) and Activity Based Management principles and an understanding of coded data quality initiatives.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use of health information systems using clinical coding software and the use of MS Office, specifically Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to establish priorities to meet conflicting commitments/deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Evidence of a current unrestricted drivers’ licence and the ability to maintain. Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances and overnight stays.
All NSW Health Category A workers are required to have received at least three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful. Category B positions must have atleast two doses and must also provide COVID-19 vaccination evidence if sucessful.
Australian Work Rights
Please note that to apply for this position you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia, or be able to independently and legally live and work in Australia by way of your own Temporary Visa. For more information, please see www.immi.gov.au
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For role related queries or questions contact Melissa McCahon on phone 0439 478 811 or email Melissa.McCahon@health.nsw.gov.au
