Senior Clinical Coder – Hybrid & Mentoring

Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; Híbrido; AUD 91 000 - 121 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Western Sydney Local Health District invites applications for an Advanced Clinical Coder to join our district's Clinical Coding team. You will code complex inpatient episodes using ICD-10-AM, contribute to data quality initiatives and support funding outcomes.

This permanent role offers hybrid work options, professional development and opportunities to mentor junior coders. Applicants should hold an Australian Clinical Coding qualification (ICD-10-AM) or an equivalent Health Information

Qualificações

• Recognised Australian Clinical Coding qualification in ICD-10-AM or equivalent degree.
• Extensive inpatient coding experience and accuracy across specialties.
• Strong understanding of DRGs and activity-based funding (ABF).

Responsabilidades

• Code complex inpatient episodes accurately using ICD-10-AM and ACS standards.
• Validate DRG allocation and support activity-based funding outcomes.
• Mentor less experienced coders and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Conhecimentos

Advanced clinical coding

DRG knowledge

ABF understanding

Communication skills

Formação académica

Australian Clinical Coding qualification (ICD-10-AM) or Health Information Management degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Western Sydney Local Health District invites applications for an Advanced Clinical Coder to join our district's Clinical Coding team. You will code complex inpatient episodes using ICD-10-AM, contribute to data quality initiatives and support funding outcomes.

This permanent role offers hybrid work options, professional development and opportunities to mentor junior coders. Applicants should hold an Australian Clinical Coding qualification (ICD-10-AM) or an equivalent Health Information