Emergency Department Clinical Data Entry Clerk (1.0 FTE) at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, Northland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Achieving the best health outcomes for Northland communities starts with expecting the best from ourselves. We ensure every member of our team has the opportunity to develop, grow and stay inspired. Here, you can make an impact on your community and on your own professional development – all whilst enjoying a flexible and healthy work-life balance.

Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

About the role

If you're looking for the right opportunity to create positive, healthy change, then we're looking for you. Right now, we have an opportunity for a skilled professional to join our Clinical Coding team at the Whangarei Hospital in a permanent 1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week position.

The purpose of this role is to accurately enter clinical data into the patient management system for patients attending the emergency department under 3 hours in an agreed timeframe. And to provide accurate and timely coding of diseases and procedures for all patient discharged from the hospital.

Key requirements

• Previous clerical experience, preferably front line
• Experience with computer systems and data entry
• Understanding of Medical Terminology
• Exceptional verbal & written communication skills
• Experience using PMS programme (eg webPAS, PiMS)

A qualification in Clinical Coding (ICD-10, ACHI) is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• Attractive Salary
• Flexible working arrangements
• Interesting and wide variety of work involved to keep you engaged and motivated
• Plenty of professional development opportunities
• Be a part of a dynamic and supportive team environment

A career with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

Our people live our Values:

Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do

Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated

Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion

Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding

Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

Vacancy No: AD22-163

Closes: 5 February 2023