Clinical Coders (ASO-3/ASO-4)

Government of South Australia

Adelaide, SA
$66,590-70,968 per year
Permanent
Part-time

2 months ago
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Job reference: 852212
Location: - VARIOUS -
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Various locations
Salary ASO-3 $66,590 - $70,968 p.a.
Salary ASO-4 $75,430 - $79,070 p.a.
Permanent, temporary, casual positions available with various hours including part-time

Are you an experienced Clinical Coder or Health Information Manager looking for a better work-life balance or new challenges? Join our Clinical Coding team at Central Adelaide Local Health Network.For the right candidate, we will discuss remote working arrangements due to our use of an EMR, flexible hours and relevant contract duration (casual roles available). All suitable candidates are encouraged to apply.About the rolesThe Clinical Coder reports to the Manager, Clinical Coding Service CALHN for:

Timely and accurate translation of medical and procedural terminology into International Classification of Diseases (Current Edition) Australian Modification (ICD-10-AM) and Australian Classification for Health Interventions (ACHI), for use in statistical analysis, epidemiology, hospital planning, research, and the auditing of quality of patient care. Fully experienced and qualified coders contribute significantly to the assignment of Australian Refined Diagnosis Related Groups (AR-DRGs) upon which Activity Based Funding and case mix for inpatients are dependent.
Coding CALHN's case mix which may include more complex and intricate matters due to our placement as the largest public health network in South Australia.

QualificationsSatisfactory completion of the Health Information Management Association of Australia (HIMAA) coding course or equivalent, together with demonstrated competency in ICD-10-AM coding.ASO Level will be determined based on a successful candidate's experience, training and demonstrated abilities.About CALHNThe Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South's Australia's major quaternary facility, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and the Repat Health Precinct. We also deliver mental health services at Glenside Health Services and at a range of other locations across the metropolitan and regional areas.We're looking for talented staff to join us and help us to shape the future of health through and and achieve our vision of being in the top 50 health services in the world and top 5 in Australia.What we offer

Attractive salary packaging available
17.5 percent Leave loading applied to your annual leave
Strong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South Australians
Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites.

Essential Requirements:

Current National Police Clearance (NPC)
Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. SA Health Services are required to implement the

in the workplace.Diversity and inclusion: At CALHN we support and foster a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.Application Information:

In addition to the annual salary package we also offer salary sacrifice benefits and employer superannuation contributions.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening.

Job ref: 852212Enquiries to:Megan Scarman Telephone: 0468 618 963Application Closing Date11:55 pm Friday 23 August 2024AttachmentsFlexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Government of South Australia