Clinical Coding Trainer - Health Information Manager

Peninsula Health; Frankston; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Salary packaging & novated leasing

Exclusive retailer discounts

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bayside Health in Frankston, Victoria invites applications for a permanent Clinical Coding Trainer/Educator to advance education for Clinical Coders and Health Information Managers. The role supports the delivery of high-quality coding services and collaborates with the coding team to improve data quality and compliance.

The position includes developing training programs, promoting coding accuracy and deadlines, and contributing to ongoing education partnerships.

Qualifications

• Specialised knowledge in health information management and related education or managerial experience.
• Understanding of DH data reporting requirements (VAED) is essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate training and development of new Clinical Coders and HIMs.
• Develop and implement training programs and contribute to quality initiatives.
• Support coding accuracy, auditing activities and service delivery.
• Maintain knowledge of coding standards and reporting requirements.

Skills

Specialised knowledge in health info

DH data reporting (VAED)

Excellent written and verbal comms

Familiarity with DH Reporting

Education

Bachelor or Masters of Health Information Management

Tools

IPM

iMedX

Cerner

Job description

Clinical Coding Trainer - Health Information Manager

• Permanent Full Time or Part Time opportunity available, up to 80 hours per fortnight
• Located in Frankston, Victoria
• Opportunity to work a hybrid model

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

The Team & Role

The Clinical Coding Trainer/Educator is responsible for facilitating the training and development of new Clinical Coders and Health Information Managers (HIMs), while supporting the delivery of a high-quality Clinical Coding Service. The role provides education and expert guidance on disease and procedure classification, coding standards, auditing, funding, documentation requirements, and related policies and procedures. Working collaboratively with Coding Trainers, managers, and the broader coding team, the position develops and implements training programs, contributes to quality improvement initiatives, supports coding accuracy and compliance, undertakes clinical coding and auditing activities, and assists in the delivery of coding service functions. The role maintains current knowledge of relevant coding standards and reporting requirements, supports the achievement of coding deadlines and performance standards, and contributes to the ongoing improvement of coding education, data quality, and service outcomes.

Skills & Experience Required

• Possess specialised knowledge in and work in an area of their profession (clinical, educational, research and/or managerial) recognised as requiring high levels of specialist knowledge
• Understanding of Department of Health (DH) data reporting requirements, such as VAED.
• Bachelor or Masters of Health Information Management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in DH Criteria for Reporting
• Familiarity with medical record systems, including computer systems – IPM, iMedX and Cerner (desirable)
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

The role ceases advertising on 26 October 2026

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity.

We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.