Clinical Coder | Flexible Hours & Professional Growth

East Metropolitan Health Service; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Flexible leave arrangements

Other allowances

12% superannuation

Fitness Passport

Discounted Smart Rider

Job summary

East Metropolitan Health Service is seeking skilled Clinical Coders to provide high‑quality coding services across multiple EMHS hospitals. The role involves reviewing clinical documentation, applying coding conventions, and ensuring data accuracy within mandatory reporting timeframes.

Coders will work within a centralised service under a DMR model and may be required to operate across EMHS sites. Experience with ACS/ICD-10-AM/ACHI and a commitment to ethical coding practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Interprets, analyses and abstracts patient episodes of care using prescribed coding conventions and medical terminology.
• Applies current international and national coding frameworks and standards (ICD-10-AM, ACHI, ACS) and follows national/state guidelines to ensure accurate code assignment.
• Assesses onset and timing of conditions to support correct assignment of Condition Onset Flags for all codes.
• Maintains safe work environment and complies with OH&S guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Interprets, analyses and abstracts patient episodes of care through coding conventions and medical terminology to generate accurate data.
• Applies coding frameworks (ICD-10-AM, ACHI, ACS) and organisational rules to ensure code accuracy and completeness.
• Analyzes clinical documentation to determine onset timing and eligibility for Condition Onset Flag coding.
• Participates in maintaining a safe work environment and adheres to OH&S policies.

Job description

East Metropolitan Health Service is seeking skilled Clinical Coders to provide high‑quality coding services across multiple EMHS hospitals. The role involves reviewing clinical documentation, applying coding conventions, and ensuring data accuracy within mandatory reporting timeframes.

Coders will work within a centralised service under a DMR model and may be required to operate across EMHS sites. Experience with ACS/ICD-10-AM/ACHI and a commitment to ethical coding practices are essential.