HIM/ Clinical Coder

Jessie McPherson Private Hospital is a great place to work 

Jessie McPherson Private Hospital (JMPH) is a tertiary level Private Hospital co-located at Monash Medical Centre. We also provide growing Cardiac services operating under Monash Heart Private at the Victorian Heart Hospital. JMPH has been caring for Victorians for over 90 years, playing a vital role in providing a range of specialist private hospital care in our community including such specialties as cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, gastro-surgical, high acuity maternity and neonatal services. 

Our partnership with Monash Health provides a unique opportunity for access to world-renowned research and teaching facilities. We provide our staff with a work environment that is supportive and fulfilling with opportunities for career growth and professional development. We have a high staff retention rate which we believe is due to the combination of our culture of compassion, opportunities for growth and our commitment to helping each other. 

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Working in Healthcare has never been more Important or Meaningful!

• Join our small but supportive Health Information Services team consisting of Health Information Managers, Clinical Coders and a Clinical Documentation Improvement Lead

• Part-time role available (Ideally .6 EFT however room to negotiate flexible work hours for the successful candidate) 

• Maximum flexibility – work primarily from home or onsite, or a combination of both 

• Make your mark and deliver exceptional clinical coding whilst expanding your knowledge in an supportive environment  

About the Role

Key duties and responsibilities: 

• Accurately code patient separations in a timely manner to help meet coding deadlines. 

• Liaise with clinical staff  and HIS team to obtain all the necessary documentation required for coding 

• Manage and prioritise your workload effectively 

• Participate in ongoing education, training and quality improvement activities.  

About You

You are an organised individual who enjoys performing tasks to a high level of accuracy and has excellent attention to detail. You are able to work effectively in an independent role as well as contribute to a wider team. Prioritising daily tasks comes naturally to you and working for a non-for-profit health service you exhibit integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence that align with our organisation’s values.  

What we are looking for?

• Positive attitude 

• Proactive, organised and able to work autonomously 

• Excellent time management skills 

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills 

• Strong analytic skills and data interpretation  

• Knowledge of private health sector funding is desirable but not essential 

Benefits of working at Jessie McPherson Private Hospital:

• Salary packaging options with SMART that increased your take home pay. Salary package up to $15,900 tax free plus $2,650 meal and entertainment benefits.  

• 5 weeks annual leave for all full time employees (Pro rata for part-time) 

• On-site subsidised car parking 

• A comprehensive Health and Wellbeing program 

• Free flu vaccinations 

• Private health insurance at discounted rates 

• On-site fitness centre 

As part of our selection process, you may be invited to participate in a clinical coding test, which can only occur onsite.