Clinical Coder – ICD-10-AM Expert | Flexible Hours

South Western Sydney Local Health District; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Flexible working

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

One extra day off per month (full-time

Hybrid/flexible hours

Maternity/Parental leave

Fitness Passport Gym discount

Staff wellbeing support

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Clinical Coder to ensure accurate ICD-10-AM coding for inpatient episodes in line with Australian Coding Standards. This role supports safe, high-quality care and appropriate funding decisions across Campbelltown and Camden Hospitals.

You will work in a collaborative team, applying strong attention to detail, time management, and effective communication while embracing flexible work practices and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognised ICD-10-AM coding course or relevant health information management qualification with a coding component.
• Ability to discuss coding experience and familiarity with 3M Code Finder software.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines in a coding/health information role.
• Understanding of DRG (Diagnosis Related Group) and its relation to clinical coding.
• Experience with PAS (Patient Administration Systems) used in hospital settings.

Responsibilities

• Code inpatient episodes of care using ICD-10-AM in alignment with Australian Coding Standards and NSW policies.
• Contribute to accurate and timely coding to support high-quality care and funding mechanisms.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams, maintaining accuracy under deadline pressure.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organisational skills

Effective communication

Active listening

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

ICD-10-AM coding course

Health Information Management degree

Tools

3M Code Finder

PAS systems

Job description

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Clinical Coder to ensure accurate ICD-10-AM coding for inpatient episodes in line with Australian Coding Standards. This role supports safe, high-quality care and appropriate funding decisions across Campbelltown and Camden Hospitals.

You will work in a collaborative team, applying strong attention to detail, time management, and effective communication while embracing flexible work practices and continuous improvement.