Clinical Coder
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- Northern Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ538270 Requisition #
Are you looking to join a supportive and dedicated coding team?
We are seeking a temporary full time clinical coder (with the possibility of extension) who is experienced, self-motivated, has good attention to detail and can accurately analyse and abstract information for coding, to join our team at Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD)!
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 30 June 2025 (with possibility of ongoing employment)
Position Classification: Medical Records Administrator
Remuneration: $1,354.64 - $1,752.18 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ538270
Who 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.
NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.
Where you'll be working
In this role, you will provide clinical coding service to the NSLHD. Site is negotiable and remote coding is available for eligible 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 NSLHD timeframes.
People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background encouraged to apply.
Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:
- Completion of HIMAA/OTEN coding course or relevant tertiary qualifications in Health Information Management.
- 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.
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For role related queries or questions contact Winnie Ng on Winnie.Ng@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 5 January 2025
