SESLHD - Clinical Coding Manager - St George Hospital and Sutherland Hospital
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- REQ643570 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 8 March 2027
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $114,251.00 - $134,809.00 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ643570
Location: St. George Hospital, Kogarah
Applications close: Friday 13 March 2026
The Role
The Clinical Coding Manager is responsible for the daily operation management, leadership and organisation of the Clinical Coding Team, and for ensuring timely and accurate coding in accordance with the NSW and National coding regulations. and grouping of inpatient episodes for Activity Based Funding purposes.
This position works with the Head of Clinical Coding, Clinical Coding Auditor/ Educator Manager, and their respective teams, to ensure SESLHD meets its clinical coding performance in relation to NSW Ministry of Health (MOH) coding submission deadlines.
Benefits:
• Up to 12 allocated days off each year in addition to annual leave.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Bachelor of Applied Science Health Information Management or relevant equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience.
- Demonstrated experience in Clinical Coding at a complex level using ICD-10-AM with a demonstrated understanding of the relationship between Clinical Coding, Casemix, DRG classification systems and Activity Based Funding models.
- Ability to interpret, monitor and evaluate policies, procedures and coding guidelines.
- Proven effective management and organisational skills, including the ability to coach and education, as well as lead and maintain effective teams to meet pre-determined targets and deadlines.
- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to develop and run complex coding reports for data integrity and the monitoring of Coding functions.
- Demonstrated skill in the use of computerised PAS and record control systems, 3M Codefinder software and a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.
Strong interpersonal skills and customer service orientation demonstrating motivational, and advocacy capabilities.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Maria Salazar on Maria.Salazar@health.nsw.gov.au
Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-RHW-Corporate@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information For Applicants
- An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
- Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
- Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
- We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website
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