Clinical Coder Administration

**Join an experienced, dedicated team while enjoying a great work-life balance.**

**Remuneration**: $37.09 - $42.36 per hour + 11% Super + Salary Packaging (remuneration will be based on the applicant's relevant qualifications and experience)
**Employment Type**: Permanent Part Time - 2 days a week
**Position Classification**:Administration Officer Level 5, Administration Officer 6, Health Manager 1
**Hours Per Week**:16hrs/week
**Location**: Awabakal, John Hunter Hospital
**Requisition ID**:REQ554992
**Closing date**: Sunday, 9th March 2025

**About you and the job**:
In this role, you will code patient episodes for John Hunter, Belmont, and Tomaree hospitals, handling a diverse and complex case mix. You will be responsible for coding patient records using the latest version of ICD-10-AM in accordance with the Australian Coding Standards, as well as addressing clinical coding errors, queries, and quality indicators (PICQ) as directed.
- You are an experienced Clinical Coder eager to join a collaborative and dynamic team.
- You are dedicated, hardworking, and possess a keen eye for detail.
- You recognize the importance of maintaining confidentiality, privacy, and security within a medical setting.
- You have proven experience and expertise in clinical classification using ICD-10-AM & ACHI, a solid understanding of Australian Coding Standards, along with strong keyboard skills and proficiency in Microsoft Windows programs.

**Hear from our Team**
**"Since commencing my traineeship in July last year, I have felt welcomed and embraced by the whole coding team. I have experienced a collaborative team culture that encourages discussion and engagement as we navigate the interesting and challenging world of coding together. We are supported to develop our skills through regular education sessions and with the assistance of two knowledgeable educators who provide ongoing learning support. My fellow coders are always happy to share their knowledge too. We are part of the larger CID team where the fabulous monthly morning teas create an inclusive team environment where I have found opportunities to build broader connections and relationships." - Liz Brown | Trainee Clinical Coder**

**Upgrade Your Career and Lifestyle**
This is an opportunity to work with the largest employer in the region, John Hunter Hospital is a major Level 6, tertiary referral, trauma, and teaching hospital, and the largest in the Hunter New England Local Health District.
You will be joining a committed supportive team of Clinical Coders. Upon starting, you will receive comprehensive training, both face-to-face and online, to ensure your success in the role.

**What we can offer you**:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work life balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

**Additional information**
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
- Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants.

**Information for Applicants**:

- This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

To find out more about your Clinical Coding career HNELHD_Guideline_23_03_Clinical_coding_competency.pdf (nsw.gov.au)

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