Clinical Coder - Targeted

NSW Health; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking experienced Clinical Coders to join the team at John Hunter Hospital. You will code patient records to ICD-10-AM standards, ensuring accuracy and timely processing across multiple hospitals.

The role offers permanent full-time or part-time prospects with flexible work options, support from coding management, and opportunities for professional development within NSW Health. Training will be provided on commencement.

Qualifications

• Recognised ICD-10-AM & ACHI coding qualification with Australian coding experience.
• Advanced qualification or broad specialty experience preferred for senior roles.
• Solid knowledge of Australian Coding Standards and privacy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Code episodes for John Hunter, Belmont and Tomaree hospitals using ICD-10-AM.
• Ensure accuracy, productivity and data quality for casemix reporting.
• Address queries and correct coding errors and quality indicators (PICQ).
• Remote work may be considered for applicants with 3+ years experience within Australia.

Education

ICD-10-AM & ACHI coding qualification

Advanced clinical coding course

Australian Coding Standards knowledge

Confidentiality and privacy

Microsoft Windows proficiency

Tools

ICD-10-AM tools

ACHI reference tools

Job description

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ700730

Put your clinical coding expertise to work across a diverse and complex casemix, with permanent opportunities, strong team support and flexible work options.

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time & Part Time, Temporary Full Time & Part Time

Position Classification:Admin Officer Level 5 / 6, Health Manager Level 1

Remuneration:$82,337.78 - $94,036.48 per annum + super

Location:John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country

Hours Per Week:up to 38

Requisition ID:REQ700730

Applications Close:Sunday, 1st November 2026 (applications will be reviewed regularly)

Where you'll be working:

This is an opportunity to work for the largest employer in the region which services a population of more than 900,000 across the Hunter, New England, and Lower Mid North Coast areas. John Hunter Hospital is a Level 6, tertiary referral, major trauma and teaching hospital and is the largest hospital in the Hunter New England Local Health District. HNELHD has strong, innovative connections with the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute.

Newcastle is NSW's second-largest city with a prime coastal location. It boasts stunning beaches, a gorgeous coastline, NSW's largest saltwater lake, and National Parks, and is in close proximity to the Hunter Valley Wine region – there really is so much to explore and enjoy! As a centre for manufacturing, mining, retail, health, tourism, education, IT, call centres, and finance, the Hunter offers real employment choices for your partner and excellent schooling options for your children.

You will be joining a team of dedicated Clinical Coders at John Hunter Hospital. On commencement, you will be provided with face-to-face and online training. You will be supported by the coding manager and the coding educator/auditor. To find out more about your Clinical Coding career HNELHD_Guideline_23_03_Clinical_coding_competency.pdf (nsw.gov.au).

About the role:

We have a number of newly created permanent opportunities for an experienced Clinical Coder with demonstrated accuracy, productivity rate, and knowledge and experience of the Australian Coding Standards to join our skilled team on a full or part-time basis.

You will code episodes for John Hunter, Belmont, and Tomaree hospitals coding a varied and complex Casemix with John Hunter Hospital being a Major Tertiary referral centre for Trauma in Northern NSW, including all surgical specialities along with one of the three tertiary Paediatric Hospitals in NSW.

You will be coding patient records using the current version of ICD-10-AM in line with the Australian Coding Standards and correcting clinical coding errors, queries, and quality indicators (PICQ), as directed.

Remote working may be considered for applicants working within Australia with a minimum 3+ years experience.

About you:

• You are an experienced Clinical Coder looking to join a cohesive and dynamic team.
• You will be dedicated, and hardworking with excellent attention to detail.
• You understand the importance of applying the principles of confidentiality, privacy, and security within the medical environment.
• You will have demonstrated experience and competence in clinical classification using IC10 AM & ACHI and a thorough understanding and experience with Australian Coding Standards with competent keyboard skills and experience using Microsoft Windows programs.

Requirements:

• Clinical Coder (Administration Officer Level 5) - Successful completion of a recognised ICD-10AM & ACHI and Australian Coding Standards coding qualification with Australian coding experience.
• Senior Clinical Coder (Administration Officer Level 6) - Successful completion of a recognised clinical coding course and willingness to undertake an Advanced qualification or have experience across a broad range of specialties with Australian coding experience.
• Senior Advanced Clinical Coder (Health Manager Level 1) - Successful completion of a recognised clinical coding course at an Advanced level or extensive experience across a broad range of specialties or relevant tertiary qualification in Health Information Management with Australian coding experience.

A skills test will be undertaken at the interview to gauge the coding level and grading level of the applicant.

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. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.

This is a Category B 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 B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support.

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