Clinical Coder - Targeted

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Admin Officer Level 5 / 6, Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $39.92 - $58.91 per hour + super + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ649324
Location: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country
Applications Close: Tuesday, 7th April 2026

Where you'll be working
Come Join the JHH coding service as we move to EPIC 'SDPR" be at the forefront of the largest transformation in the Health information space in decades as we move to a full digital PAS and medical record.

This is an opportunity to work for the largest employer in the region which services a population of more than 900,000 across the Hunter, New England, and Lower Mid North Coast areas. John Hunter Hospital is a Level 6, tertiary referral, major trauma and teaching hospital and is the largest hospital in the Hunter New England Local Health District. HNELHD has strong, innovative connections with the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute.

Newcastle is NSW's second-largest city with a prime coastal location. It boasts stunning beaches, a gorgeous coastline, NSW's largest saltwater lake, and National Parks, and is in close proximity to the Hunter Valley Wine region – there really is so much to explore and enjoy! As a centre for manufacturing, mining, retail, health, tourism, education, IT, call centres, and finance, the Hunter offers real employment choices for your partner and excellent schooling options for your children.

About the Team
The Health Information team at John Hunter Hospital is dedicated to delivering accurate, high-quality clinical data that supports patient care, service planning, and reporting. The Clinical Coding Unit is a collaborative and supportive team, with mentoring, auditing, and professional development opportunities to ensure ongoing excellence.

About the Role
We have a permanent opportunity for an experienced Clinical Coder with demonstrated accuracy, productivity rate, and knowledge and experience of the Australian Coding Standards to join our skilled team on a part-time basis.

You will code episodes for John Hunter, Belmont, and Tomaree hospitals coding a varied and complex Casemix with John Hunter Hospital being a Major Tertiary referral centre for Trauma in Northern NSW, including all surgical specialities along with one of the three tertiary Paediatric Hospitals in NSW.

You will be coding patient records using the current version of ICD-10-AM in line with the Australian Coding Standards and correcting clinical coding errors, queries, and quality indicators (PICQ), as directed.

Remote working may be considered for applicants located in Australia with a minimum 5 years coding experience.

About You

• You are an experienced Clinical Coder looking to join a cohesive and dynamic team.
• You will be dedicated, and hardworking with excellent attention to detail.
• You understand the importance of applying the principles of confidentiality, privacy, and security within the medical environment.
• You will have demonstrated experience and competence in clinical classification using IC10 AM & ACHI and a thorough understanding and experience with Australian Coding Standards with competent keyboard skills and experience using Microsoft Windows programs.

Requirements:

• Clinical Coder (Administration Officer Level 5) - Successful completion of a recognised ICD-10AM & ACHI and Australian Coding Standards coding qualification with Australian coding experience.
• Senior Clinical Coder (Administration Officer Level 6) - Successful completion of a recognised clinical coding course and willingness to undertake an Advanced qualification or have experience across a broad range of specialties with Australian coding experience.
• Senior Advanced Clinical Coder (Health Manager Level 1) - Successful completion of a recognised clinical coding course at an Advanced level or extensive experience across a broad range of specialties or relevant tertiary qualification in Health Information Management with Australian coding experience.

A skills test will be undertaken at the interview to gauge the coding level and grading level of the applicant.
 

Need more information?
Click here for the position descriptions:

• Clinical Coder (Administration Officer Level 5). Position Description

• Senior Clinical Coder (Administration Officer Level 6). Position Description

• Senior Advanced Clinical Coder (Health Manager Level 1). Position Description

Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Jodie Beecham on jodie.beecham@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional Information

• 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.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies

• 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 to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.