Clinical Coding Manager - Calvary

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Coding Manager to join our Health Information team at Calvary Mater Newcastle.Salary Classification : Health Services Manager - Level 2Remuneration : $

• to $
• per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options.We are looking for a qualified, passionate, advanced Clinical Coder with experience in conducting clinical coding audits and education to join our Health Information team on a full-time basis.

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting regular coding audits, provision of coding education to the team, monitoring coder's performance, education of clinicians on clinical documentation, DRG and activity-based funding and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The role offers a hybrid work model providing flexibility to work remotely.Your main duties will include : Conduct comprehensive coding audits to identify areas of improvement and implement strategies to enhance coding accuracyLead and provide ongoing coding education to support team growth and professional developmentPrepare and deliver education and training activities to the coding teamEducate clinicians on clinical documentation improvement, DRG and activity-based fundingTimely and accurate completion of clinical coding using ICD-10-AM, ACHI and the provision of Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG's); adhere to the Australian Coding Standards when interpreting documentation for coding purposesAbout you : Bachelor of Health Information Management (or equivalent tertiary qualification) or Clinical Coding qualification or completion of Clinical coding auditing course and be eligible for full HIMAA membershipDemonstrated auditing experience in a tertiary hospital with sound knowledge of audit processes and data integrity.Minimum of 3-5 years coding experience in abstracting and coding across a wide case mix in a private or public health facilitySound understanding of Australian and NSW Coding StandardsKnowledge of developing, designing and implementing training programs for coders and clinical documentation improvement recommendationsFor further information about this role please contact Petula Steele on

Our health services and clinics include Coronary Care and Cardiology, Surgery, Intensive Care, General Medicine, Research and 24 / 7 Emergency Care.In addition to a supportive team environment, our staff benefit from : On-site parkingUp to $15,900 in salary packaging options plus extra savings with meal entertainment packaging and novated car leasingFitness Passport and Employee Assistance ProgramLeave entitlement balances transfer for NSW Health employeesGender neutral parental leaveUp to $

Checks include : reference checks, work rights, criminal history check and WWCC.Provide evidence of immunisation as required for the role.

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