Clinical Documentation Specialist Darwin

As a national healthcare group, exceptional opportunities to develop and grow your career mean more to us. Advance your career with specialisation support, ongoing leadership programs, scholarships, traineeships, secondment opportunities and career development opportunities.

Are you ready to step into a role that combines your expertise in healthcare with your passion for precision and accuracy? Look no further – Healthscope is seeking dynamic individuals like you to join our renowned Clinical Documentation Improvement team! This is a part time role.

About the Role

·      Shape the Future of Healthcare: Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare delivery. Your meticulous attention to detail and expertise in clinical documentation will directly impact patient care outcomes, driving positive change and setting new standards of excellence.

·      Unleash Your Potential: We believe in nurturing talent and fostering growth. As a member of our Clinical Documentation Specialist team, you'll have access to unparalleled opportunities for professional development and advancement. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career journey, we'll support you every step of the way as you unlock your full potential.

·      Join a Culture of Collaboration: Join a collaborative and dynamic team of healthcare professionals who are passionate about making a difference. We value diversity, teamwork, and innovation. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, improve processes, and deliver exceptional patient care.

Why Make the Move?

1.        Expand Your Skill Set: Transitioning into a Clinical Documentation Specialist role offers you the opportunity to expand your skill set and broaden your professional horizons. This role will challenge you to think critically, analyse complex medical records, and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

2.        Make a Lasting Impact: Every day as a Clinical Documentation Specialist, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on patient care outcomes. Your work will directly contribute to the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of medical records, ultimately improving patient safety, outcomes, and satisfaction.

3.        Be Part of Something Bigger: Join a team that's dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and communities we serve. We're committed to delivering high quality, patient-centred care. As a Clinical Documentation Specialist, you'll be at the forefront of this mission, driving positive change and shaping the future of healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

·         Reviewing medical records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory standards.

·         Collaborating with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and resolve discrepancies.

·         Educating staff on best practices for clinical documentation and coding.

·         Analysing trends and providing insights to improve documentation processes and outcomes.

·         Participating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care delivery.

Qualifications/ Skills

·         Bachelor's degree in Nursing and Current Registration;

·         Certification as a Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS or CDIP) (preferred);

·         Strong understanding of medical terminology, coding systems, and regulatory requirements;

·         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; and

·         Attention to detail and critical thinking abilities.

To express interest or learn more please contact:

Stephen Thomas

National CDI Manager
Stephen.Thomas@healthscope.com.au