The Role

This is a unique opportunity to work in Auckland’s largest Public Hospital, providing leadership and support to a clinical coding team, whilst having a supportive management team to work with.

Your key accountabilities will include:

• Manage, coordinate and undertake a continuous audit program for clinical coders across Auckland
• Provide feedback/education to the clinical coding service within the Organisation
• Have input into the design, development and implementation of training and education programs for experienced and trainee coders
• Assist in the provision of an efficient and effective clinical coding service within the Organisation
• Promote the role of the Clinical Coding Department in a positive manner, with both internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure coded information is provided in clinical records to the highest data quality standard
• Provide advice, exchange information, give presentations, negotiate and consult on a wide range of coding issues. You will also be required to produce reports and interrogate coded data

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Have a positive and proactive approach
• Strong analytical, numeracy, planning and implementation skills
• Be methodical, logical and calm demeanor
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Possess high ethical and professional standards and have the ability to lead by example

The ideal candidate will ideally have the following Qualifications and Essential Experience

• 5 years clinical coding experience – preferably in a tertiary hospital, using ICD-10-AM
• A thorough understanding of the NZ Coding Standards
• Demonstrated experience in conducting quality improvement activities and training in relation to ICD-10-AM
• Detailed knowledge of clinical coding systems, procedures and documentation requirements
• Supervisory and/ or mentoring experience
• Strong understanding of casemix-based funding
• Intermediate computer skills – MS Office suite
• Preferably you will hold Health Information Management and Clinical Coding Audit qualifications
• Knowledge of the NZ Health Sector is desired

On Offer

A fantastic role located in Central Auckland. If you possess the required experience and qualifications, our client will provide a remuneration package that will match your skills.

If you would like a copy of the job description or more information on the role contact Morgan Whittle at morgan.whittle@alphajobs.co.nz or on (09)524 2336

Or, for further information about this job, please contact:

Morgan Whittle - Recruitment Consultant

Email: morgan.whittle@alphajobs.co.nz

Phone: (09)524 2336