Job Description

Hospital Clinical Coder - Cape TownOur client, a private hospital based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town are currently recruiting for a Hospital Clinical Coder who will be responsible, in collaboration with the Hospital Case Management Teams for liaising between the patients, treating clinicians and managed care organisations in order to provide clinical coding that is updated in accordance with the patient response to treatment in order to receive reimbursement from funders.We are looking for an energised, accurate team contributor for this position in which you will assess clinical statements and convert this information into ICD 10 and CPT coding on the patient account.The account will reflect the correct treatment path, clinical severity and patient condition through accuracy and completeness of coding.Liaison with patient, medical doctors, and medical schemes to update clinical codes in relation with the patientxe2x80x99s condition.The position will focus on compliance management, rejection management, utilisation review, internal and external customer support. Your strong communication skills coupled with previous experience in this role with the drive and commitment to excellence are attributes we are looking for in the successful candidate.Requirements:Nursing qualification or equivalent (minimum NQF 4)Must be SANC RegisteredICD 10 Coder or equivalent qualification (must be able to produce the certificates)A minimum of 3 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in Clinical Coding in a Hospital EnvironmentOwn reliable transport - this is a must as there is no public transport to this particular locationMust reside in the Northern Suburbs, be able to work a full day in office and be able to at times work extended hoursThis is an equal opportunity employer, and the position is open to all candidates who meet the above criteria.On offer:A permanent position with a salary which is market related and based on the candidatesxe2x80x99 years of experience in the specific role. The structure of the package will be discussed at interview level.Please send your CV, copies of SANC Registration, Certificates and Payslip to danielle@careforce.co.zaWe prioritize the protection of your personal information and are committed to compliance with the provisions of the POPI Act 04, 2013. The personal information submitted via your CV application shall be used solely for the purposes of the Vacancy applied for, as submitted, and as mandated by POPIA. We undertake to secure the integrity and confidentiality of personal information in our possession by taking appropriate, reasonable technical and organisational measures to prevent the loss of damage to or unauthorised destruction of personal information and unlawful access to or further processing of your personal information. Suitable Applicants may apply via this portal. Please note that Applicants meeting as much of the required criteria is essential and will be given shortlist priority. You may consider yourself unsuccessful should you not be contacted in the next 2 weeks, or do not meet the requirements. Your CV and application will not be retained further. Any future unsolicited CVxe2x80x99s and applications will not be retained.Job Type: PermanentLicense/Certification:SANC registration (Preferred)

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