**Senior Clinical Coder Role Summary**
This is a senior-level position within our clinical coding team, responsible for delivering precise and timely coding of diagnoses and procedures in accordance with the latest coding standards.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in clinical coding, with a minimum of 5 years' experience and relevant certifications. They will be knowledgeable about ICD-10-AM/ACHI/ACS and have a solid understanding of DRG, casemix, and private hospital funding models.
In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring the accurate Clinical Coding of all inpatient episodes, working closely with various stakeholders and departments across the hospital to achieve high-quality outcomes.
We offer a competitive remuneration package, including flexible working practices and wellbeing initiatives. The successful candidate will also have access to professional development opportunities, discounts on hospital cover, and more.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Deliver precise and timely coding of diagnoses and procedures in accordance with the latest coding standards.
* Process confidential data used for billing, morbidity collections, research, statistical analysis, management information system, quality activities, and case mix management.
* Participate in coding audits, quality assurance, and education to expand coding skills.
**Requirements:**
* A minimum of 5 years' experience working as a clinical coder.
* HIMAA Introductory/Intermediate Clinical Coding Course/Certificate IV in Clinical Classification (or equivalent) or Bachelor of Applied Science (Health Information Management).
* Sound and updated Clinical Coding knowledge using ICD-10-AM/ACHI/ACS.
* Knowledge and understanding of DRG, casemix, and private hospital funding models.
* Ability to prioritise tasks and effectively manage time to meet deadlines.
* Good analytical and abstracting skills.
**Benefits:**
* Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, Employee referral programs, Free access to LinkedIn Learning, Education scholarships, Ramsay Leadership Academy.
* Discounts: Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts.
* Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities, Flexible Leave Program, Employee Assistance Program.
* Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel, salary sacrifice opportunities.
**Our Hospital:
We are a leading healthcare provider with a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of 'People Caring for People'. Our hospital has four operating theatres, specialising in Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Urology, Oral Surgery, and Gynaecology.
We pride ourselves on exceeding Ramsay's high standard of care and have established an excellent reputation in the region. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional healthcare services, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.