To ensure high-quality and timely clinical coding with high integrity.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Conduct procedural coding that adheres to coding rules and convention, standards and guidelines
Conduct diagnostic coding that adheres to coding rules and convention, standards and guidelines
Participate in quality enhancement initiatives that will improve the quality of coding
Liaise with Coding Centre leadership on the clinical information received
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Essential: Clinical Coding qualification
Desired: Anatomy and Physiology training
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Essential: Clinical coding experience
Desired: Experience in a private healthcare facility / Theatre and Clinical Coding
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
Anatomy; physiology and terminology
Clinical coding knowledge of ICD-10, CSSA and SADA rules and guidelines and the ability to apply within the workplace
Relevant coding systems (e.g. ICD-10 books; Latest CCSA coding books; clinical coding system (Encoder); South African Coding Master Industry Table (MIT),and Patient Administrative system.
Clinical Coding and Coding Policies
Application of SA ICD-10 Morbidity Coding Standards and Guidelines, the World Health Organization (WHO) coding rules and conventions, PHISC IDC -10 and CCSA Coding Standards and Guidelines and Mediclinic Coding Standards
Demonstrate a sound understanding of Professional conduct