
Fixed-term Clinical Coder
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
Posted 30 days ago
- Dunedin Hospital, New Zealand
- Remote work available
- Fixed-term until 30/09/2025, full-time opportunity
- Salary between $80,360 and $88,168 pa pro rata depending on experience
- Code using ICD 10-AM 12th Edition
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the role
Our talented team of clinical coders deliver accurate, thorough information for the health of our region.
You will be responsible for identifying and translating inpatient medical procedures, interventions and diagnoses into code using various systems such as ICD 10-AM 12th Edition (and any subsequent editions), the Australian Coding Standards (ACS) and the Australian Classification of Health Interventions (ACHI).
The role is a full-time opportunity working Monday - Friday, based at Dunedin Hospital or remote work is a possibility for experienced Clinical Coders trained in NZ (or Australian) Clinical Coding who meet the necessary requirements (computer, internet, workstation, confidentiality and health and safety) for remote Clinical Coding work.
About the Team/Service/Location
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.
About you
The successful applicant will have coded in ICD-10-AM 12th Edition and currently be at Level two or above in the New Zealand Clinical Coding Framework, having obtained the necessary qualifications, competencies and measurements targets.
To be successful in this role, you will also need to demonstrate the following:
- Exceptional time management skills and ability to work to deadlines
- High standard of accuracy whilst working with complex information
- Be able to work well within a team
- Have excellent comprehension and organisational skills
- Be motivated and reliable
- Prior administrative experience and/or research skills is desirable bit not essential
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to apply
To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mikayla Hamilton [email protected]
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
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