Auditor Trainer - Clinical Coding at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury, Christchurch

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Canterbury - Christchurch
• Permanent | Full-time

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

Are you a skilled Clinical Coder with auditing experience and a passion for quality and accuracy? We are seeking a motivated Auditor Trainer - Clinical Coding to provide day-to-day auditing and training of our Clinical Coding service.

In this pivotal role, you will contribute to the smooth running of the Clinical Coding service by providing efficient and timely auditing and training that is responsive and flexible to the changing needs of the service/organisation. 

As the Auditor Trainer, you will:

• Provide a monthly and adhoc audit program.
• Provide audit results reporting to the Team Leader
• Identify training needs and provide appropriate education to individuals or the team.
• Provide Clinical coding training programs for trainees and qualified coders. 
• Support the team with queries and advice.

About you

Essential:

• HIMAA Advanced ICD-10-AM ACHI & ACS Clinical Coding Course
• Current certification in ICD-10-AM ACHI & ACS (12^th Edition)
• At least 5 years - clinical coding experience across a range of specialties
• Proven auditor and training experience, ideally within a health setting
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills
• A commitment to auditing, training education, and team development

Desirable:

• Clinical Coding Auditing qualification - La Trobe University
• At least ten years Clinical Coding experience across a varied case mix
• Experience in clinical coding audits

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 please click - apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online careers - portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at Kerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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