Contract Clinical Coder - South Western Sydney

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Detail information about job Contract Clinical Coder - South Western Sydney. Terms and conditions vacancy

Career Medical is currently seeking Contract Clinical Coders for a public hospital based in south west Sydney. It is a contractual role with as many working hours as possible for a coder. After office hours and weekend work hours options are available.

Duties, Responsibilities & Accountabilities -

• Responsible for timely and accurate classification of disease, operation and injury causes.
• Maintain current knowledge of coding practices and standards, casemix and related computer applications.
• To perform identification of codes utilising the coding software, entry of codes and grouping of codes.
• Complete necessary notifications as required according to guidelines.
• Participate in quality activities to ensure continuous improvement in coding processes, patient record documentation and the collection of quality health data.
• Report additional clinical indicator and adverse patient outcomes as directed by the HIS Manager.
• Participate in activities which contribute to the professional development of the service and/or self.

Qualifications, Experience Skills & Attributes

• Coding experience in public hospital.
• Practical knowledge of and experience in the current disease classification and its use within the hospital setting.
• Knowledge of casemix implications and requirements.
• Demonstrated high level of interpersonal, communication and organisation skills including the ability to liaise with a range of health professionals.
• High level of reliability and easy-going personality with good communication skills.
• Proficiency in Coding Software.

If this sounds like you and you're ready to start a new, exciting role... or maybe you'd just like to complement your existing role with additional hours, please forward your resume to Shivli Bhatnagar at [email protected]