About the role

Mater Revenue Assurance Team is currently seeking a Coding Optimisation Officer to join our team in a full-time permanent capacity.

The Coding Optimisation Officer will be responsible for conducting coding optimisation and clinical documentation improvement activities, with a focus on engaging effectively with clinicians across the Mater Group. The role works closely with Clinical Documentation Specialists and the Clinical Coding Service to develop, implement and evaluate clinical documentation improvement initiatives, aimed at DRG optimisation.

Salary range: $121,359 - $129,997 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

The key responsibilities of the role include (but not limited to):

• Perform concurrent review of clinical documentation for targeted cases, including audits to clarify diagnoses and procedures and validate DRG assignment
• Identify opportunities to optimise coding and identify missed revenue opportunities associated with clinical documentation, coding and DRG allocation
• Continuously improve clinical documentation and coding accuracy through coding optimisation activities
• Support initiatives that foster clinician engagement to enhance real-time, high quality clinical documentation for improved coding and DRG outcomes
• Collaborate with the Clinical Coding Service to address documentation deficits impacting the coding process
• Conduct data analysis related to coding and DRG data
• Collaborate with coding advisory bodies to find solutions for challenging coding scenarios and queries
• Maintain a register of review activities and provide monthly reports to the Manager of Clinical Coding Service
• Stay updated on changes in clinical practice that may affect patient complexity
• Assist in developing educational materials and resources related to clinical documentation and coding data

About you

The successful candidate must have completion of approved medical terminology and clinical coding qualifications in addition to the following skills, experience and qualifications:

• Completion of a clinical coding qualification
• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or equivalent (Desirable)
• Advanced ability and competent use of ICD-10-AM classification system for accurate clinical coding
• Experience in clinical coding within an acute hospital setting, preferably in both public and private sectors
• Advanced knowledge and application of Australian Coding Standards
• Strong understanding of inpatient funding, hospital Casemix, and Diagnosis Related Groups
• Ability to efficiently conduct clinical coding audits, analyse results, and provide recommendations
• Proficiency in using information systems and software, including patient administration systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills for effective collaboration with staff at all levels

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.

We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that’s because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

• Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay
• Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging
• Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other
• Unlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Access to on-site, discounted parking
• Enhance your expertise and credentials with exclusive discounts on postgraduate certificates through our university partnerships
• Discounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues

For more information regarding the role, please contact Regan Dent on regan.dent@mater.org.au

Applications close on Wednesday, 12th March 2025. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.