Trainee Clinical coder - Targeted
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Admin Officer 4/5
Remuneration: $39.92 - $42.47 per hour + super + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: up to 38 hours a week
Requisition ID: REQ656404
Location: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country
Applications Close: Sunday the 17th of May
Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
Looking to begin or grow your career in Clinical Coding within one of NSW’s largest and most complex health environments?
An exciting opportunity is now available for a motivated and detail-oriented Clinical Coder Trainee to join the supportive coding team based at John Hunter Hospital (JHH) you’ll gain hands-on experience coding records across John Hunter, Belmont and Tomaree Hospitals while undertaking the HNELHD Clinical Coding Progression Training Program.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build your coding career within a collaborative and highly experienced team environment as we embark on a state based digital medical record and computer assisted coding.
“Remote working will not be considered due to being a trainee role”
About the Role
As a Clinical Coder Trainee, you will learn to accurately classify diseases and procedures using ICD-10-AM, ACHI and Australian Coding Standards while working across a broad and highly varied casemix.
John Hunter Hospital is a major tertiary referral and trauma centre for Northern NSW and is home to one of only three tertiary paediatric hospitals in NSW. This provides exposure to a wide range of specialties and complex clinical presentations, making this an exceptional learning environment for emerging coders.
A typical week will involve:
Coding inpatient episodes across John Hunter, Belmont and Tomaree Hospitals
Reviewing and analysing clinical documentation in both paper and electronic medical records
Using 3M Code Finder and ICD-10-AM coding books
Participating in coding education sessions, audits and team meetings
Reviewing and correcting coding queries, errors and quality indicators
Working towards coding throughput and accuracy KPIs as part of the structured trainee progression program
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
Passionate about healthcare and clinical coding
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Eager to learn and open to feedback
Able to analyse complex clinical documentation
Comfortable working within a collaborative team environment
Motivated to build long-term coding knowledge and capability
Essential Requirements
- Successful completion of a recognised ICD-10-AM, ACHI and Australian Coding Standards qualification (HIM degree, HIMAA Certificate IV or Diploma in Clinical Coding)
- Previous experience working within healthcare
- Familiarity with healthcare IT systems and medical terminology
Requirements:
Clinical Coder (Administration Office Level 4) Successful completion of a recognised ICD10-AM & ACHI and Australian Coding Standards coding qualification.
Clinical Coder (Administration Officer Level 5) - Successful completion of a recognised ICD-10AM & ACHI and Australian Coding Standards coding qualification with Australian coding experience.
A skills test will be undertaken at the interview to gauge the coding level of the applicant.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Jodie Beecham on jodie.beecham@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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