Coding Manager

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State Clinical Coding Manager page is loaded State Clinical Coding Manager Apply locations VIC - Melbourne, CBD & Inner Suburbs Time type: Full time Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago Time left to apply: End Date: January 21, 2025 (26 days left to apply) Job requisition id: JR140211 Job Description: State Clinical Coding Manager East Melbourne location Flexible working arrangement including working from home and office Friendly and supportive team Permanent full-time position About the Role An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Health Information Manager to join the St Vincent’s Private Melbourne team as the State Clinical Coding Manager. Reporting directly to the HIS Manager, you will be responsible for the management of our clinical coding team to ensure we meet end of month targets and continue to work towards a code right first time philosophy. Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following: Manage a high-performing team that delivers quantity and quality results Lead and support efficient workflows Strengthen and maintain relationships between HIS, CDI, VMOs and site-based leaders in the pursuit of coding and documentation integrity Guide, train and mentor Clinical Coders Accurate and timely coding of separations using ICD-10-AM, ACHI and the Australian Coding Standards as well as relevant state and national advice Liaise with relevant staff to obtain additional information required to perform accurate coding Be able to manage and prioritise own work Actively participate in education, training and quality activities. WHY WORK FOR SVPHM? You will join a high performing team and a workplace with relationships built on mutual trust and respect. We value our staff and offer professional advancement in a respectful, collaborative and learning environment. Join the St Vincent's Health Australia Group, and work for a truly values-based organisation, which operates across VIC, NSW and QLD Salary packaging available (pay less tax and increase your take home pay!) Gain access to discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport Option to join our workplace giving program, Give4Good A great work-life balance with options to purchase additional leave Receive a staff discount on hospital admissions to any SVHA Private Hospital About You You will be a highly organised and process-driven individual. Critical to this role is a high level of accuracy, attention to detail and efficient time management skills. Applicants must have: Bachelor of Health Information Management or Certificate IV/Diploma in Clinical Classification High level, practical knowledge of Australian Coding Standards Minimum five years coding experience Experience coding complex casemix Experience leading or managing teams Experience with private sector funding models would be desirable but not essential Understanding of privacy and confidentiality requirements Excellent organisation and communication skills Strong communication skills to effectively engage internal stakeholders and team members A strong level of computer literacy/knowledge ABOUT ST VINCENTS PRIVATE HOSPITAL MELBOURNE Our experienced team of clinical professionals, caregivers, and support staff are equipped to provide the highest level of therapeutic, medical and surgical services. We work together to ensure patient safety, well-being, and recovery. We are a not-for-profit Catholic private hospital which operates across four sites at Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee. APPLY NOW! If this is the role for you, please hit the APPLY button now! Your application must include: Cover Letter Resume We are committed to equal employment opportunity, ethical practices, the principles of cultural diversity and promote a smoke-free work environment. St Vincent's Health Australia is committed to reconciliation and encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for all advertised positions. For further information, visit here or get in contact at REQUIREMENTS: Criminal record and/or child protection checks will be conducted and will form part of the selection criteria for this role. SVPHM has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings. You are therefore required to comply with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy, which, depending on the role you perform in the organisation will require you to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). SVHA generally requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please contact us if you would like to know more. HAVE A QUESTION AND WANT TO KNOW MORE? If you would like to discuss this opportunity please contact Katherine Simunic, HIS Manager SVPHM for a confidential discussion on 03 9411 7696. CLOSING DATE: 20 January 2025 *Please note this job advertisement will close at Midnight. Contact Details: HIS Manager, Katherine Simunic, 03 9411 7696, Closing Date: 20 January 2025 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment-related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. Become a healthcare superhero About Us Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration live on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr