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About the role

The Manager, Clinical Documentation Improvement & Optimisation provides senior leadership of the West Moreton Hospital (WMH) Optimisation program through the provision of high quality clinical coding data and providing expert advice in the area of clinical classification and Activity Based Funding (ABF).

It will provide advice and guidance as well as analytical support enabling key stakeholders to make informed decisions within the ABF framework to drive the implementation of ABF principles at the point of care ensuring that all aspects of recording and management of activity is optimised in order to ensure best practice, patient safety and appropriate funding.

This position will also facilitate modifications to clinical documentation to support appropriate reimbursement in the level of service rendered to patients.

About you

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

• Knowledge in Clinical Coding, Activity Based Funding, and how clinical coding and data quality contributes to the organisations Service Agreement.
• Leadership and management skills to effectively manage a team in achieving high quality coding, within specified time frames, and in accordance Australian Coding Standards.
• High level of interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively influence and lead a team whilst managing the impact of organisational change promoting the organisations mission and values.
• Skills and experience in the provision of training, mentoring, and coaching Clinical, Coding and Administrative staff.
• Knowledge of quality human resource management practices including workplace health and safety, employment equity, anti-discrimination, and ethical behaviour.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16

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  

As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:

• We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
• We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
• We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

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.

• WM667853_10 Manager Clinical Documentation Improvement and Optimisation_RD (PDF, 182KB)
  Role Description
  
  Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  WMH Leadership Standards (PDF, 241KB)
  Information Package for Applicants