East Maitland, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW
Medical Administration (Healthcare & Medical)
Casual/Vacation
Care is our passion.
People are our business.
Excellence is our standard.
Growth is our ambition.
Who we are:
As the only private hospital located in the region, Maitland Private Hospital prides itself on delivering positive patient experiences.
We have a dedicated and experienced team of specialists, doctors, and nurses who meet the needs of our diverse and changing community by providing exceptional patient-centred care, state-of-the-art medical technology, and a warm, welcoming environment for patients and their families.
Located only 30 minutes from Newcastle, Maitland Private maintains a community-focused feel while being able to deliver high-quality health services to the Maitland and Hunter Valley regions.
The hospital encompasses 181 beds, 6 operating theatres, 10 bed ICU, with associated rehabilitation, medical and surgical wards.
Our services include two major medical centres, a dedicated mental health unit, an on-site cancer centre including radiation oncology, radiology practice, and pathology laboratory.
Maitland Private Hospital is a key facility within the Healthe Care Group.
We are a private healthcare provider of choice, driving innovation and clinical best practice to the services we provide.
Your new role as Senior Clinical Coder:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Clinical Coder to join our friendly and supportive Medical Records team to cover upcoming maternity leave in a casual/temp capacity.
The role of the clinical coder is to ensure timely and accurate completion of clinical coding of all patient admissions using ICD10AM, and the provision of Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG's) to facilitate patient billing and ensure continuation of the Revenue Cycle.
In addition, the clinical coder is required to assist in maintaining the integrity of documentation in the medical record by reporting deficiencies and inaccuracies to the Health Information Manager (HIM).
About you (essential criteria):
Current Working with Children Check and Police Check.
Certificate in Clinical Coding Classification (ICD-10-AM) Disease and Intervention Clinical Classification as well as demonstrating an ongoing commitment to participate in education with each update release.
Minimum of 4 years coding experience in a hospital environment.
Experience in hospital mainframe systems, e.g.
IBA, in conjunction with competent keyboard skills and MS Office.
Strong collaborative interpersonal skills with well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
Immunisation evidence and serology report in accordance with NSW Health.
Completed Clinical Coding Qualification in ICD-10-AM or equivalent.
Knowledge of Terminal Digit Filing Systems.
Knowledge of State and Commonwealth Legislation on Privacy and Confidentiality.
Experience with 3M Encoder software.
Applications must address and meet essential criteria.
Applications must include a current CV and names of at least 2 professional referees.
Healthe Care is an equal opportunity employer.
At Maitland Private Hospital, we're all about supporting real people to deliver extraordinary care.
As part of the Maitland Private team, you can expect:
Attractive Remuneration Package.
Collaboration with like-minded professionals across a multi-disciplinary team.
Work-Life Balance – Flexible rostering & working conditions.
Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities, including potential to undertake discounted postgraduate study and paid study leave.
Super & Novated Lease Salary Packaging Options.
*Due to the large volume of applicants, only successful candidates will be contacted.
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