Advanced Clinical Coder

Queensland Government; Townsville City; Remote; AUD 116,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks annual leave

17.5% loading

12.75% superannuation

Job summary

Townsville Hospital and Health Service, part of Queensland Health, seeks an experienced Advanced Clinical Coder to join the Clinical Coding Unit. You will audit, analyse data, and liaise with clinicians to ensure accurate, timely coded data.

You will develop and coordinate education programmes to continuously improve coder skills and deliver high-quality data for health planning and research. Flexible remote options are available for Queensland applicants.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years clinical coding experience.
• Bachelor of Health Information Management (or equivalent) or Diploma of Clinical Coding from HIMA (or equivalent).
• Certificate in Advanced Clinical Coding from HIMA (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and data analysis to ensure accuracy and timeliness of coded data.
• Liaise with clinicians to support quality coding.
• Develop and coordinate education programmes to improve coders’ skills.

Skills

Clinical coding

Education

Bachelor of Health Information Management

Diploma of Clinical Coding

Certificate in Advanced Clinical Coding

Job description

About the opportunityAn exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Advanced Clinical Coder to join the Clinical Coding team at Townsville Hospital and Health Service. The Advanced Clinical Coder is acknowledged as having excellent clinical coding skills and extensive knowledge across a broad range of specialties.The purpose of this role is to conduct quality activities for the Clinical Coding Unit through auditing, data analysis and clinician liaison to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of coded data; and to develop, coordinate and implement education programmes to continuously improve skills of clinical coders and to produce high quality coded data.Flexible working arrangements are available, including working remotely for Queensland applicants only.PLEASE NOTE - This is a permanent full-time role.About the DepartmentClinical Information Services is responsible for the management of clinical information across Townsville Hospital and Health Service. Areas of responsibility include Clinical Coding, Medical Records, Release of Information, Data Quality, 7 Day Service, Information Management and Information Privacy.Clinical Coding Unit is responsible for coding all inpatient separations for all hospitals within Townsville Hospital and Health Service. Coded data is used for multiple purposes within Townsville Hospital and Health Service, Queensland Health and nationally, including business intelligence, clinical research, health services evaluation and planning, quality and safety monitoring, funding and resource allocation, epidemiology and education of health professionals.About your new employerJoin a dynamic and forward-thinking healthcare organisation that delivers high-quality services across a diverse and complex environment. As a leading provider, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to innovative practices, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support meaningful organisational outcomes.We are committed to investing in our people, offering strong professional development opportunities, exposure to varied projects, and pathways to broaden your skills and experience.Our workplace culture values collaboration, inclusion, and support, providing a positive and flexible environment where you can thrive. You'll benefit from a unique balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle, with access to both metropolitan-level work and the advantages of a regional setting.Enjoy flexible work arrangements, a focus on employee wellbeing, and the opportunity to build your career while maintaining a healthy work/life balance in a vibrant and welcoming community.Role requirementsMinimum 4 years clinical coding experience.The following qualifications are mandatoryBachelor of Health Information Management (or equivalent) orDiploma of Clinical Coding from the Health Information Management Association of Australia (or equivalent).Certificate in Advanced Clinical Coding from the Health Information Management Association of Australia (or equivalent).Please refer to the Role Description for further details.Competitive salary and benefits:We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.Salary range: $4488.00-$4856.70 p.f. (CC3)4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading12.75% employer contribution to superannuationLocality allowancePlus Salary Sacrificing options may be availableApply nowEnquiries are welcome: Suzanne Walters on 0417 745 156Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV693353Applications close: Monday, 12 October 2026Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.Please download the Role Description from the 'Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.