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The Coding Quality Facilitator will develop and coordinate the Coding Quality Program, including individual, departmental and targeted coding audits, and provision of audit feedback and education to relevant staff, to ensure a high standard of coding accuracy, consistency and timeliness.

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Job details

About the role

The key responsibilities of this role include: 

Assign timely and accurate morbidity and procedural classifications to episodes of care:

• Abstract relevant information from the patient record (both paper and electronic records as required) and all available clinical information systems;
• Utilise appropriate resources and liaise with team members and clinicians to clarify information as required, including correcting inaccurate or incomplete information;
• Identify discrepancies between the clinical information systems (e.g. Patient Administration System) and patient records and feedback through appropriate channels; and
• Review the Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) allocation in conjunction with associated information such as length of stay, specialty and care type.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Expert ability in the classification of diseases and operations across a broad range of specialties using ICD-10-AM and high level knowledge of Activity Based Funding and the application of these systems within healthcare management.
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and expertise and experience in the development and implementation of quality management activities in relation to coded data.
• Develop and perform coding quality improvement activities suitable to an Activity Based Funding environment including coder audits, Diagnosis Related Group targeted audits, service wide coding audits, Performance Indicators for Coding Quality review.
• Demonstrated experience in coding audits, training of staff and the facilitation of coding education programs.
• High-level oral and written communication skills to enable effective interaction in individual and group situations with the ability to coordinate and motivate a team and to communicate with staff at all levels.
• Expert knowledge of the principles of accurate DRG assignment for ABF and Queensland Health key performance indicators such as VLADs (Variable Life Adjusted Displays).

Mandatory Requirements:

• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification in the International Classification of Diseases and Operations with the appropriate registration authority, including any necessary endorsements, to be provided to the employing service prior to the commencement of duty.

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community –  Follow this link  

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• WM636514_05 Coding Quality Facilitator_RD (PDF, 205KB)
  Role Description
  
  Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  WMH Leadership Standards (PDF, 241KB)
  Information Package for Applicants