Clinical Coder (Admin Off Lvl 3/4/5 or MRA incremental) - Campbelltown Hospital - Perm FT
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Location: Campbelltown Hospital
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3/4/5, Medical Records Administrator
Remuneration:
Administration Officer Level 3: $68,338.79 - $70,468.72 per annum
Administration Officer Level 4: $72,285.58 - $73,940.16 per annum
Administration Officer Level 5: $76,125.92 - $77,852.51 per annum
Medical Records Administrator: $70,683.00 - $91,426.00 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ594266
Application Close Date: 17/08/2025
Interview Date Range: 20/08/2025 – 27/08/2025
Contact Details: Jennevie De Leon – (02) 4634 3633 | Jennevie.DeLeon@health.nsw.gov.au
Previous applicants need not apply
About the Opportunity
This opportunity offers flexible work practices and a collaborative environment where your contributions to coding meetings and ongoing education are valued. You'll be part of a team that understands the importance of coded data in Casemix and DRG allocation, and you'll help ensure compliance with WHS legislation and Ministry policies. If you're passionate about clinical coding and ready to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply. Please note previous applicants need not apply.
What You'll be Doing
The Clinical Coder is responsible for the accurate and timely coding of inpatient episodes of care, in accordance with the Australian coding standards and other relevant documents. Other responsibilities include maintaining ethical
coding practice and participating in quality activities.
Where You'll Be Working
Campbelltown Hospital, located in the heart of the Macarthur region, is a leading tertiary hospital within the South Western Sydney Local Health District. This progressive hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care to the local community and beyond.
With state-of-the-art facilities and a dynamic, diverse team, Campbelltown Hospital offers a wide range of services, including cardiology, maternity, palliative care, respiratory medicine, emergency medicine, and aged-care services. The hospital also features specialised Mental Health and Cancer facilities, ensuring comprehensive care and support for patients.
The ongoing multi-million dollar redevelopment will further enhance the hospital's capabilities, introducing advanced equipment and amenities. The management team is committed to fostering a sociable, friendly, and vibrant environment where patient experience is paramount. They are approachable, innovative, and responsive to staff feedback, ensuring a supportive workplace culture.
Joining Campbelltown Hospital means becoming part of a community-focused team dedicated to excellence in healthcare. The hospital's emphasis on training and upskilling encourages staff to pursue learning and development opportunities, making it an exciting place to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the community.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Completion of a recognised ICD-10-AM coding course or relevant Tertiary Qualifications in Health Information Management (with a clinical coding component).
- Could you please tell us about your coding experience and whether you have used the 3M Codefinder software?
- What is your understanding of a DRG (Diagnosis Related Group) and how this relates to clinical coding?
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
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Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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