Clinical Coder

Location: Wellington Regional Hospital, Kenepuru Hospital, and Hutt Valley Hospital (remote work option available for the right candidate) Contract: 12-month fixed-term, full-time (40 hours per week) About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. We strive to build a health system characterized by integration, collaboration, partnership, equity, sustainability, and excellence in whanau-centered care. About the Role We are looking for a Level 3 or above Clinical Coder with practical coding experience in either ICD10-AM 11th or 12th Edition to join our Clinical Coding team at Capital Coast and Hutt Valley district. This position is intended for experienced coders only. We will not accept applications from trainees or candidates without prior experience in coding ICD10-AM 11th or 12th Edition. Additionally, applicants with experience solely in ICD10-CM will not be considered. For the right candidate, we are open to offering the option to work remotely. The salary range for this position is $84,121 - $89,491. About Our Team You will join a dedicated team of Clinical Coders responsible for processing approximately 120,000 inpatient events annually. Our team is committed to meeting reporting deadlines while maintaining high-quality coding. Therefore, we seek applicants with a proven history of teamwork, initiative, and attention to detail. We offer a flexible work environment and an opportunity to acquire internationally recognized skills. About You To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following essential qualifications and skills: - Previous experience in coding ICD10-AM 11th or 12th Edition - A minimum of 3 years of practical coding experience - Proven ability to code independently and without supervision - HIMAA or equivalent qualification in clinical coding, preferably at Intermediate level or above - HIMAA or equivalent qualification in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology - Intermediate or Advanced level ICD10-AM 11th Edition, ACHI, and ACS Clinical Coding (HIMAA) qualification or equivalent - Excellent verbal and written English communication skills - A strong emphasis on accuracy, adaptability, and reliability - A proactive team player who demonstrates initiative Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our workforce is central to our mission. We are committed to being good employers and honoring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all individuals, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities. A diverse and inclusive workforce enables us to better understand and serve our community. We are a pro-equity health organization with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. How to Apply To apply, please click on "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by June 25th. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shelly Alexander at shelly.alexander@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement. Please note that we are readvertising this role; applicants who have previously applied will not be able to reapply.