The Opportunity

This pivotal role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and quality of clinical coding practices across Ramsay facilities statewide. As an Auditor Educator, you will deliver training and education to clinical coders, enhancing their proficiency and adherence to Australian Coding standards. Collaborating with the National Health Information Management team and fellow Auditor Educators, you will contribute to a unified framework for training, education, and auditing, supporting, and advocating for the HIM, Coder, and CDS workforce across Ramsay Health Care. This is a unique opportunity to drive excellence in clinical coding and make a significant impact on the organisation’s standards and practices.

About You

To excel in this role, you are a skilled Auditor Educator with expertise in clinical coding and Australian Coding standards. Passionate about training coders, you’ll ensure compliance and proficiency across Ramsay facilities. Collaboration, strong communication, and attention to detail are key to supporting the HIM, Coder, and CDS workforce.

Key Accountabilities

• Conducting audit activities to support the Ramsay Clinical Coding Audit Program’s success.
• Contributing to the development and enhancement of audit frameworks, systems, analytics, and processes.
• Analysing internal and external clinical coding audits to identify risks, share learnings, and implement controls.
• Promoting a ‘get it right the first time’ approach through real-time quality assurance activities.
• Encouraging a culture of good documentation, accurate code assignment, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Contributing to the skills development, mentoring, and professional growth of coders.
• Fostering teamwork and collaboration across hospitals, departments, and teams.
• Assisting sites with the management and resolution of external clinical coding audits.
• Providing support to Clinical Documentation Specialists through advice, subject matter expertise, and stakeholder engagement.
• Participating in the development of national educational resources such as a Coder Education Program and Coder Competency Program.
  
  

Your Skills and Experience

• Certificate IV in Clinical Classification (or equivalent).
• Certificate in External Clinical Coding Auditing (or equivalent experience).
• Advanced understanding and application of clinical coding using ICD-AM/ACHI and ACS.
• Demonstrated adaptability to changes in coding standards and practices.
• Well-developed feedback and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict timeframes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and attention to detail.
  
  

Desirable

• Associate Diploma or Bachelor of Applied Science in Medical Record Administration or Health Information Management (or equivalent).
• Eligibility for membership with the Health Information Management Association of Australia (HIMAA).
• Experience using Meditech patient administration software.
• Proven clinical coding auditing experience with demonstrated successful outcomes.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
• Knowledge of health fund contracts and experience in participating in health fund audits.
  
  

Benefits

• Compelling salary and an extensive benefits package that recognise and reward your valuable contributions while supporting your overall well-being.
• Enhance your career trajectory through a wealth of professional development initiatives and clearly defined pathways for advancement, empowering you to realise your full potential within our organisation.
• Enjoy access to a premier rewards platform that offers exceptional discounts and privileges from renowned retailers, enriching your lifestyle both personally and professionally.
• Embrace the opportunity to drive transformative change in the delivery of high-quality healthcare services, making a significant contribution to the evolution of our industry for the better.
  
  

About Ramsay Health Care

Founded in Australia in 1964, Ramsay Health Care is the nation's largest private hospital operator and a leader in global healthcare excellence. With 73 state-of-the-art hospitals and surgery centres, we serve over 1.1 million patients annually, supported by a team of more than 30,000 professionals across Australia. Our ethos, “People Caring for People,” reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, strong relationships, continuous improvement, and sustainable growth. In addition to our extensive hospital network, we operate two public facilities, including Joondalup Health Campus, and a community pharmacy network of over 35 locations. Through our culture, “The Ramsay Way,” we prioritise our people and foster a collaborative environment that empowers employees to deliver outstanding outcomes for patients and communities alike.

To Apply

All applications should include your CV outlining your experience and skills in line with the above criteria.

Applications close Thursday 12^th December 2024. Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com