Clinical Coder

Queensland Government; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 104,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work from home

9 day fortnight

RDO

Career development

Salary packaging

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Job summary

Gold Coast Health is seeking a Clinical Coder to accurately code from patient records and systems, ensuring data integrity and compliance with state and national standards. You will assign ICD-10-AM and ACHI codes and support DRG grouping under Queensland Health guidelines.

Involvement in education, evaluation, and auditing will help improve coding quality and clinical information management across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Clinical Coding or Health Information Management Bachelor mandatory.
• Clinical coding experience in a hospital/healthcare setting is highly desirable.
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed.
• Criminal History Screening is required.

Responsibilities

• Abstract relevant information from the electronic patient record and other clinical systems.
• Assign ICD-10-AM and ACHI codes and perform DRG grouping per standards.
• Participate in education activities and auditing within the Clinical Coding Service.
• Follow Australian Coding Standards and Queensland Health guidelines within timeframes.

Education

Diploma in Clinical Coding

Bachelor in Health Information Management

Job description

About Digital Health and Clinical Coding at Gold Coast HealthDigital Health and Innovation leads the delivery of Gold Coast Health's most significant service improvement, clinical redesign, and digital transformation initiatives.Within Digital Health, our Clinical Coding Services aims to align health funding to patient care through accurate coding of all diseases and procedures to ensure Gold Coast Health is accurately reimbursed for patient services provided. We also have a key role to play in research and innovation, in that our responsibilities will also include bringing external insight into the organisation for improvement.About Your New RoleIn this role as the Clinical Coder, you will leverage your expertise in clinical documentation analysis to assign accurate and timely clinical codes, ensuring data integrity and compliance with state and national standards. Through ongoing involvement in education, evaluation and auditing initiatives, contribute to the continuous improvement of coding quality and clinical information management.Your Key ResponsibilitiesAbstract relevant information from the electronic patient record and all available clinical information systemsUtilise appropriate resources and liaise with the Clinical Coding Educator or LiaisonAssign accurate International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, Australian Modification (ICD-10-AM) and Australian Classification of Health Interventions (ACHI) codes and perform Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) grouping according to Australian Coding Standards, National and State Coding Authority and Queensland Health guidelines within designated timeframesActively participate in education activities, and other initiatives within the Clinical Coding Service, including auditing processesQualifications and ExperienceCompletion of a Diploma in Clinical Coding, or alternatively a Tertiary Health Information Management related Bachelor is MandatoryClinical coding experience in a hospital and healthcare setting, in particular tertiary level, will be considered highly desirableDeclaration of serious discipline history must be disclosedCriminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)Benefits of working with Gold Coast HealthFlexible work (work from home, 9 day fortnight, RDO, day shifts only)Career DevelopmentModern FacilitiesDiverse Work CultureResearch Opportunities12.75% super + Salary Packaging17.5% leave loadingSalaryPermanent full time position (several positions)Base salary ranging from $ 104,386 - $ 114,182 per annumAbout Gold Coast HealthNationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health careAnnual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billionMore than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health PrecinctsOpportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyleA workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their bestCommitted to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belongHow to ApplyClick APPLY to submit your application by Wednesday, 21 October 2026Join us and be a part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in healthcare. Make the move to the Gold Coast and enjoy a fulfilling career in a stunning location!Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.Job Ad reference: GC693934For further in-depth requirements please refer to the attached Role Description.Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.