Health Information Manager (HIM)

Job Description

Full Time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract 80 hours per fortnight - Inclusive of ADO accrual Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute, sub-acute, aged care and community services. NHW is seeking a suitably qualified and highly motivated person to join the Health Information Services (HIS) Team as a Health Information Manager (HIM). With clinical coding being the primary role of the successful applicant, they will have a well-developed knowledge of ICD-10-AM and the Australian Coding Standards. NHW uses a fully interfaced 3M Codefinder software alongside other clinical information systems. There is also a comprehensive auditing program which the applicant will be an integral part of. This role also assists when required with the operational management of HIS through staff management, coordination and implementation of new and updated procedures for patient information management. With the implementation of a new regional Patient Administration System (PAS), the successful applicant will also have the opportunity to be a part of this exciting project. Our Region: Wangaratta has a population of approximately 30,000 and our catchment serves a community of around 100,000 throughout the northeast. An easy 2 ½ hours drive on the Hume freeway from Melbourne and less than an hour to Albury airport with direct flights to most of the large Australian cities. We have over 11 schools including private Catholic and Anglican schooling options for pre-year 12. Our region is a popular destination year-round. It boasts multiple national parks, picturesque small towns, award-winning restaurants, wineries and breweries. Whether you want to hike, mountain bike, ski in the mountains, paddle the rivers, or cruise on the rail trails, there is something for everyone in the northeast. The successful applicant will benefit from: Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits available. If you have relocated permanently, you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs. 5 weeks annual leave and an additional week for any employee working 10 or more weekend shifts. There is also the option for full-time employees to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish. Option to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice. Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). Well-being programs and discounted corporate gym membership. Social Club Benefits. Support for our diverse workforce. Applying for the role: Enquiries can be made with Leesa Milne on (03) 5722 5428. Confirmation of Influenza Vaccination or an approved medical exemption is required upon application. Covid Vaccination is strongly recommended. A PD for this role can be downloaded below or at . Applications must address the key selection criteria from the PD. Employment Statutory Declaration form must be submitted with your application. To apply for this position hit Apply Now/Join Now or head over to our careers page at . All additional documents can be uploaded within the application after filling in the key selection criteria. Applications close Sunday, 23rd March 2025. NHW do not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment companies. #J-18808-Ljbffr