Wollongong Hospital | $122,850 - $139,559 + super & salary packaging | Permanent Full-time | REQ516223 | Further incentives offered | Applications Close: 4th October 2024
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Together, we can do more. Are you an experienced clinical coder?
Are you ready for your next challenge?
Do you pride yourself on your strong organisational, operational, and interpersonal communication skills?
If you answer yes to these questions, you could be the perfect Health Information Manager (HIM) or Clinical Coder to join the professionals at Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD). We are looking for an experienced HIM/Clinical Coder who has:
· excellent technical and analytical skills
· the relevant tertiary qualifications in Health Information Management or Clinical Coding qualifications and/or at least five years' experience managing a team
· knowledge and/or experience with Cerner Electronic Medical Record (Powerchart), Solventum Encoder, and quality management tools/applications
In this role, you will manage the day-to-day operations of the Clinical Coding team for the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District. You will be based at the Wollongong Hospital, and you may need to travel within the district, as required. You will also be involved in preparations for the implementation of EPIC, the Single Digital Patient Record planned for May 2027.
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Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District. From Helensburgh in the north, to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That is 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff, and provide community health services across 58 locations. Significant redevelopments are underway at Shellharbour and Shoalhaven.
This role will operate out of Wollongong Hospital, the Districts major tertiary referral hospital. The hospital is in the Wollongong metropolitan area and is close to many amazing restaurants, beaches, and hiking trails. There are also multiple commuting options, with the hospital located close to Wollongong train station, numerous bus stops within walking distance and paid on-site parking.
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Looking for more than just a salary? Besides your salary, you will also have access to:
· WFH options and flexible hours - discussed after completion of first six months
· Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay
· Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
· Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
· Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
· Training and education opportunities
· Career progression, professional development, and secondment opportunities
· The opportunity to teach/mentor HIM students during their placement at Wollongong Hospital
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Apply now by addressing the selection criteria found in the Position Description (below) and submitting your resume.
Selection Criteria
Tertiary qualifications and/or proven expertise and experience in a health information management role within a clinical or health related service area. Demonstrated recent experience and competency in using the ICD-10-AM/ACHI/ACS clinical classification and proven understanding of the relationship between clinical coding, casemix and activity based funding. Demonstrated experience in the management of staff including excellent skills in the management of financial and human resources and the delivery of clinical coding services across an organisation. Proven initiative with high level conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to problem solve, interpret and report on complex information rapidly and accurately. Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated leadership and team building qualities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills including extensive report writing and verbal presentation skills. Experience in and knowledge of health related patient and clinical information systems. .
Need more information or help applying? Click here for the Position Description Visit the ISLHD website Learn more about ISLHD's commitment to equal employment opportunity and other important information Follow us on social media: Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and LinkedIn For role-related queries or help applying, we encourage you to contact Frank Byrne, District Health Information Manager, at or on 0448 349 630 (during business hours)
