Clinical Coder

1.0 FTE permanent full-time position available for an experienced

Clinical Coder.
- Should hold a Health Information Association of
Australia (HIMAA) Certificate in Clinical Coding.
- Previous use of a hospital Patient Management System will be
advantageous as well as familiarity with MS Office Suite.The Team: What we do
This role would suit someone with a medical
background who is seeking a change while still utilising their medical
knowledge. We want you to be actively involved in all areas associated with
health data including front line coding and clinical liaison activities. You
will have strong investigative skills and thrive in the clinical environment
while also having the enthusiasm for making positive change and quality
improvement.

**The Role**: Where
you fit in
You will join our team based at Christchurch
Hospital on a full-time basis. As a Clinical Coder, you will have the
responsibility of providing timely and accurate ICD-10-AM diagnosis and
procedure coding for all patients discharged from the hospital in accordance
with the requirements of Te Whatu Ora Health NZ and the Ministry of Health.
You will have a strong work ethic, show a
dedication and commitment to meeting deadlines regularly and have the ability
to cope with pressure. You - re someone who can be held accountable for producing
high quality work and has the flexibility to work professionally in a team
environment with little or no supervision. You will also be prepared to
undertake ongoing education as required and looking to continue with your
professional development.
The successful applicant will then complete a
facilitated competency-based education programme provided by the Te Whatu Ora
Health NZ Clinical Coding Service.

As part of the Administration and Clerical Pay Equity Claim settlement this role has been mapped to National Profile Level 2 for Clinical Coders
For further information about the administration and clerical pay equity settlement please follow the link below:
Mō mātou | About Us
- Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua mahi - Putting people at the heart of all

we do
- We are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi
and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Māori are at the forefront
of all our conversations. We believe in improving, promoting, and
protecting the health and well-being of the Canterbury and the West Coast
community.
The culture at Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ]
Waitaha Canterbury, is driven by our ā Mātou Uara (Our Value
- s):

- Care and respect for others - Manaaki me te whakaute i te tangata.
- Integrity in all we do - Hāpai i ā mātou mahi katoa i runga i te

pono.
- Responsibility for outcomes - Te Takohanga i ngā huaNgā hua |
Benefits of working at Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ]
When you work at the Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ], you
are part of a wider whānau that will support you along your journey. We offer
great coaching, mentoring and learning outcomes for all staff. We are always
improving our facilities across all campuses and have amazing discounts from
select retailers, restaurants and businesses. At Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ], you
are part of something greater than yourself and encouraged to be your unique
self
We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles
at Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ] Waitaha Canterbury, there could be a place for
you
Please visit our careers website for other roles
and find your ideal fit within the Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ] Waitaha
Canterbury
The Future of the Health Industry
It will be a condition of employment for this role
that you are vaccinated against Covid-19. It is therefore a condition of this
requirement includes gaining Booster Dose. As a person working in the
health and disability sector you will come into contact with a large number of
people, some of whom may be vulnerable. Without a vaccine, there is the
risk that you may contract Covid-19 or pass Covid-19 to other staff. This can
place an increased burden on our healthcare system. The requirement to be
vaccinated is to keep you safe and also to endeavour to protect others against
the potential transmission of Covid-19 as a result of you contracting it in the
course of your employment.
Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai