Knox Private Hospital is seeking an experienced Clinical Coder to join our team on a part or full-time basis. In this fast-paced and varied environment, you will take pride in your work, have a friendly and positive attitude, and a commitment to timely and accurate coding.
This role is suitable for someone dedicated to coding who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and being part of a great team.
Responsibilities:
1. Timely and accurate clinical coding using ICD-10-AM and correct assignment of Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG).
2. Participate in Casemix analysis, education, and quality activities.
3. Keep up-to-date with current relevant clinical coding guidelines and Australian Coding Standards.
4. Contribute to clinical documentation improvement initiatives.
5. Participate in audits as necessary.
6. Share coding knowledge with other clinical coders within the team.
About us:
Knox Private Hospital is one of the largest private hospitals in Victoria, caring for over 1.2 million people across Melbourne's east and outer east. We feature a 24/7 Emergency Department, a range of medical and surgical specialties, including highly complex surgeries, and state-of-the-art facilities such as 15 theatres, diagnostic cardiology, and more. Our team of expert surgeons, doctors, nurses, and professionals is dedicated to providing the best care possible.
Minimum Requirements:
* Authority to work in Australia.
* HIMAA certification in Clinical Coding or equivalent, with at least 2 years’ experience using ICD-10-AM, ACHI, and ACS.
* Experience in clinical coding across various DRGs with high-quality coding skills.
* Up-to-date knowledge of Clinical Coding guidelines and Australian Coding Standards.
* Understanding of Diagnosis Related Groups (AR-DRG).
* Proficiency with Codefinder, TurboCoder, and PICQ.
* Strong organizational skills for planning, prioritizing, and managing workloads.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and within a team.
* Knowledge of private sector funding models.
* Experience with WebPAS patient information system.
Why Join Healthscope?
We care about your career. Our supportive leadership, innovative teams, and opportunities for growth make Healthscope a great place to work. We value our people and strive to create positive, memorable experiences for our patients and their families.
As the largest private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our team of over 19,000 professionals works across various roles and specialties, supported by some of the best doctors in the country. We promote continuous professional development, specialization, and education to help our staff grow and flourish.
How to Apply:
Click the 'Apply' button to access our online application form. For questions, please contact [email protected]
Additional Information:
Applicants must provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable), and proof of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles must provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.
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