Location: Wairarapa Hospital

Service: Administration Services

Contract: Permanent Part time

Salary: As per PSA Administration SECA & dependant on experience and qualifications

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

At Wairarapa Hospital, you'll see the passion and pride we feel in our healthcare. We're not just talking about living in one of New Zealand's most beautiful - and affordable - locations but being a part of delivering healthcare that is unique to our region.

If you're looking to create positive, healthy change for your community and region, then we have a fantastic opportunity for you. Wairarapa Hospital is looking for an experienced Clinical Coder to join our Administrative team, you will be based at the Wairarapa Hospital, with the potential for some admissions to be processed remotely (as and where the business can support digital admissions).

This is a part time permanent position, working 48 hours per fortnight (0.6) FTE days and hours of work to be disccussed at interview stage.

The purpose of this role is to provide accurate and timely coding of diseases and procedures for all patient admissions at Wairarapa Hospital and some procedures completed offsite but for Wairarapa services. There is high demand to meet deadlines and to maintain accuracy and quality of information in line with NDHB and New Zealand Council of Healthcare Standards requirements. You will need to have a high attention to detail, accuracy and proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritise workload.

About our team

In this role, you will find yourself working in a collaborative and supportive team, who are a key part in providing an outstanding service to the wider Hospital.

About you

The ideal candidate will hold a recognised Medical Terminology qualification (if Medical Terminology course has not been completed in the last 12 months, Clinical Coding qualification and minimum two years previous health related clerical / clinical record / nursing or clinical experience

You should be friendly, calm, approachable, have an eye for detail and accurate data entry skills.

You will be able to communicate effectively with others, have good organisation skills, the ability to prioritise your workload within a busy environment and use your initiative when working unsupervised.

Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please visit Te Whatu Ora Wairarapa where you can also obtain a copy of the job description for this role. Please include a CV and cover letter with your application.

To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 19 March. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Andrea Goodin, Administration Manager via email andrea.goodin@wairarapa.dhb.org.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert