Clinical Coding Trainer - Health Information Manager

Bayside Health; Frankston; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Salary packaging

Discount programs

Fitness Passport access

Employee Assistance Program

Education and training partnerships

Job summary

Bayside Health is seeking a Clinical Coding Trainer/Educator to lead the training of new Clinical Coders and Health Information Managers. You will provide education on disease and procedure classification, coding standards, auditing, and related policies, collaborating with the coding team to improve data quality and service outcomes.

The role involves developing training programs, supporting coding deadlines, and staying current with DH reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Masters of Health Information Management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of DH data reporting requirements (e.g., VAED).
• Familiarity with medical record systems (IPM, iMedX, Cerner).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate training and development of new Clinical Coders and HIMs, supporting high-quality coding services.
• Develop and implement training programs, contribute to quality improvement initiatives and ensure coding accuracy and compliance.
• Undertake clinical coding and auditing activities and assist in service delivery.
• Maintain current knowledge of coding standards and reporting requirements.

Skills

Specialist knowledge

Data reporting (VAED)

Communication skills

DH Reporting Criteria

Medical record systems (IPM, iMedX,Cer

Education

Bachelor/Masters of Health Information Management

Tools

IPM

iMedX

Cerner

Job description

Clinical Coding Trainer - Health Information Manager

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 focussed 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.

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

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

Next Steps

For role specific information, please contact Kim Caine, ******@phcn.vic.gov.au.

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.

*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.