Clinical Coder

Welcome to Macquarie Hospital Group

Macquarie Hospital Group (MHG) is one of the leading providers of private hospitals with 11 facilities located across Sydney and Melbourne. We take pride in providing exceptional care to a diverse case mix including surgical, rehabilitation, medical and mental health patients.

With a heritage of over 40 years, MHG has a reputation as an innovative employer who supports the growth and development of its employees. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Health Information Services Department is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced Clinical Coder to join our Clinical coding team on a full-time/part time basis.  

We offer a flexible work environment and extensive support network of Health Information Managers, Clinical coders, Clinical Documentation Specialists and educators.

We are committed to developing your coding skills and professional development is supported and encouraged.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Undertake accurate clinical coding by interpreting relevant clinical information from medical records and other clinical information systems.

• Analyse and verify that the required clinical documentation is present for each inpatient episode and where appropriate, follow up/liaise with clinical staff for clarification where insufficient detail is documented.

• Assign codes within the most current standards and guidelines of the current edition of the International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related health problems, 10th Revision, Australian Modification (ICD-10-AM) codes and perform AR-DRG grouping according to the Australian Coding Standards (ACS), State coding Authority and legislative and Health Insurance guidelines and Australian Classification of Health Interventions (ACHI) within designated timeframes.

• Reviewing the DRG allocation to ensure the DRG allocated accurately reflects the episode’s resource intensity.

• Liaise with clinicians to clarify documentation in the clinical record to assist in timely and accurate code assignment at all NSW and VIC hospitals.

• Responding to internal and external coding audits

• Identify opportunities to improve and streamline billing practices across the Group.

• Work across multiple Hospitals with a wide range of case mix.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Bachelor of HIM or the completion of HIMAA Intermediate/Advanced coding course

• Up-to-date knowledge, experience and practice using ICD-10-AM (12th edition) and understand 3M Grouper to classify patient records and evaluate the accuracy of clinical data.

• Minimum of 2 years clinical coding experience

• Strong understanding of case mix and Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs)

• Demonstrated good understanding of anatomy, physiology, diseases and pathological processes

• Ability to work effectively independently and within a small team environment. 

Desirable Criteria

• Experience using Webpas/a PAS system

• Experience using Turbocoder

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite e.g. Excel

• Previous experience coding in a private hospital setting

• Sound knowledge and understanding of health fund contracts in relation to clinical coding. 

We Offer 

• Attractive salary

• Supportive working environment

• Flexible work options

HOW TO APPLY

Click the APPLY button and include your resume and cover letter.

For more information: Please contact Emma Markala via e-mail at ********@machealth.com.au or call 02 9692 7***, thank you.