Clinical Coding Manager

Norwest Private Hospital; Geehi; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwest Private Hospital is seeking a Clinical Coding Manager to lead and oversee a high-performing coding team at our Bella Vista campus. You will ensure accuracy, efficiency and compliance while collaborating with the Chief Health Information Manager to guide HIS strategy.

The role is onsite, Monday to Friday, with a focus on developing staff, improving coding standards and driving quality outcomes across the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Health Information Management) or equivalent qualification.
• Eligibility for membership with HIMAA.
• Significant experience in clinical coding within an acute healthcare environment.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Extensive knowledge of clinical coding standards and classifications.
• Experience leading and managing coding staff.
• Strong IT and health information systems proficiency.
• Understanding private health funding models and activity-based funding.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and mentor the Clinical Coding team to deliver a high-quality coding service.
• Monitor coding performance, productivity and KPIs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and best-practice coding standards.
• Foster a culture of learning through training, coaching and professional development.
• Assist the Chief HIM in the overall management and strategic direction of the Health Information Services department.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical coding

Stakeholder management

Health information systems

Coding standards

Staff mentoring

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science (Health Information Management)

Eligible HIMAA membership

Job description

Lead, Inspire and Drive Excellence in Clinical Coding

Are you an experienced Health Information Manager (HIM) or Clinical Coding Leader looking for your next leadership opportunity? Join the team at Norwest Private Hospital, where you'll play a pivotal role in leading a high-performing Clinical Coding team within a supportive, collaborative and flexible work environment.

This is a hands-on leadership position that offers the opportunity to influence coding quality, mentor and develop staff, and contribute to the ongoing success of one of Sydney's leading private hospitals. If you are passionate about clinical coding, education, and fostering team excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As the Clinical Coding Manager, you will provide leadership and operational oversight of the Clinical Coding service, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards. Working closely with the Chief Health Information Manager, you will also contribute to the broader management of the Health Information Services (HIS) department.

This is an onsite role, Monday to Friday, based at our Bella Vista campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support and mentor the Clinical Coding team to deliver a high-quality coding service.
• Monitor coding performance, productivity and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and best-practice coding standards.
• Foster a culture of learning through training, coaching and professional development.
• Assist the Chief HIM in the overall management and strategic direction of the Health Information Services department.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring extensive clinical coding expertise, proven leadership capabilities, and a genuine passion for developing people and driving quality outcomes.

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Health Information Management) or equivalent qualification.
• Eligibility for membership with the Health Information Management Association of Australia (HIMAA).
• Significant experience in clinical coding within an acute healthcare environment.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in clinical coding standards and classifications.
• Previous experience leading and managing coding staff.
• Strong IT and health information systems proficiency.
• Sound understanding of private health funding models and activity-based funding.

Why Join Norwest Private Hospital?

• Lead a dedicated and experienced coding team.
• Enjoy a positive, supportive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Be part of a respected private hospital and a national healthcare organisation.
• Contribute to professional development, education and service improvement initiatives.
• Work in a modern facility located in Sydney's thriving Norwest Business Park.

About Norwest Private Hospital

Norwest Private Hospital is a 277-bed, high-acuity facility located in Bella Vista, within Sydney's rapidly growing Norwest Business Park. Operated by Healthscope, one of Australia's leading private healthcare providers, the hospital delivers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical and rehabilitation services to the local community and beyond.

For more information, visit www.norwestprivatehospital.com.au

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of ourCommunity of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every dayour people make a differenceto the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

You’ll also benefit from:

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
• Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working withtalented, passionate and caringpeople to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challengestogether.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

More Information:Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.