About the role
The Advanced Clinical Coder plays a key role in supporting the accuracy, quality and timeliness of inpatient morbidity data across Metro North Health. Working within Central HIMS Support, the role provides expert clinical coding services, undertakes auditing and data quality activities, and supports funding optimisation through accurate classification of clinical information in accordance with Australian Coding Standards and organisational requirements.
The successful candidate will mentor and support clinical coding staff, conduct clinical coding audits, liaise with clinicians regarding clinical documentation and coding queries, and contribute to education and quality improvement initiatives. The role also supports Activity Based Funding outcomes through the review and verification of clinical data and Diagnosis Related Group allocations.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
Apply advanced expertise in ICD-10-AM, ACHI and ACS classifications to accurately code and verify inpatient episodes of care.
Conduct coding audits, data quality reviews and verification activities to ensure the accuracy, consistency and timeliness of morbidity data.
Provide advice, mentoring and education to clinical coders and support the development of coding capability across the service.
Liaise with clinicians and stakeholders to clarify clinical documentation and improve coding accuracy, documentation quality and funding outcomes.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, Activity Based Funding functions and reporting activities that support Health Information Management objectives.
Benefits when working for us
Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
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