Clinical Coder

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Work type: Permanent
Location: Hollywood Private Hospital
Categories: HIM/Clinical Coder/Medical Records

Hollywood Private Hospital is looking for a Qualified Clinical Coder to join our Clinical Coding Team on a Permanent full or part-time basis!

About the Role

As a clinical coder you will be responsible for abstracting and assigning accurate diagnostic and procedure codes for all inpatient episodes.

You will be supported by the onsite Clinical Coding Educator and work with a highly regarded Clinical Coding Team.

About You

To thrive in this role, you should be adaptable, possess exceptional interpersonal and organisational skills, and constantly demonstrate courtesy and sensitivity when dealing with patients, the public, and fellow team members. You will have:

• Clinical Coding qualifications from Health Information Management Association of Australia (HIMAA) or equivalent, or Bachelor of Applied Science (Health Information Management)
• 2 years and over of experience in abstracting and coding across a wide Casemix.
• Sound and updated knowledge of ICD-10-AM 12th edition, National and local coding standards.
• Knowledge and understanding of DRG and Casemix.
• Good analytical and abstracting skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and effectively manage time to meet deadlines.
• Participate in regular continuing professional education.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and patient Management Systems.

Remuneration

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

About Our Hospital

Hollywood provides care for patients across a wide range of disciplines including cardiology, gastroenterology, general medicine, general surgery, neurosurgery, oncology, orthopaedics, palliative care, psychiatry, rehabilitation, and urology. Our Ramsay core values are the foundation of the hospital and, along with the Hollywood Spirit, include Respect for the Individual, Teamwork, Contribution to the Community and Pursuit of Excellence.

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with 72 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.

Discounts: Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support.

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

*Please note casual employees may not be eligible for all benefits.

Requirements

• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months.
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com

If you have any enquiries about this opportunity, contact Sheena Hickey via email HickeySheena@ramsayhealth.com.au

Advertised: 16 Apr 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 30 Apr 2025 W. Australia Standard Time