Graduate Clinical Coder
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- REQ569370 Requisition #
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- 5 days ago Post Date
- Develop analytical skills by interpreting medical records and coding data.
- Collaborate in a supportive team with ongoing training and mentorship.
- Enhance healthcare delivery by ensuring accurate patient data management.
Employment Type: 1 x Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Coder
Remuneration: $72285.58 - $73940.16 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead
Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is a leading healthcare provider employing over 12,500 employees.
We offer primary, secondary, and tertiary care to residents of Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Cumberland, and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs).
We are committed to providing better health services in western Sydney and beyond, aligned with core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.
We value workforce diversity, reflecting its multicultural community, fostering an inclusive culture, enriching the workplace and improving care quality.
What you'll be doing
The Graduate Clinical Coder position (previously known as Trainee Clinical Coder) offers an opportunity to develop skills in clinical coding through a structured in-house training program. The role involves accurately abstracting and interpreting clinical information to assign codes in accordance with ICD-10-AM and Australian Coding Standards.
In this you will be able to:
- Participate in a structured training program.
- Develop skills to accurately assign ICD-10-AM codes.
- Learn how to abstract and interpret clinical data for inpatient episodes.
- Apply knowledge from clinical coding qualifications.
- Gain experience to become an independent and competent Clinical Coder.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below, providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Selection Criteria:
- Successful completion of a recognised clinical coding qualification (HIMAA) and/or a Health Information Management degree and/or OTEN Clinical Coding qualification.
- Pre-requisite proficiency in Medical Terminology.
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and articulately.
- Demonstrated excellence in organisation and time management with the ability to manage competing priorities and daily targets.
- Ability to analyse, abstract and interpret information.
- Enthusiastic attitude and demonstrated ability to work both independently, within a team and be flexible in a changing work environment.
- Demonstrated experience using computer applications such as Patient Administration System (PAS) and Microsoft Office applications.
Previous applicants who have applied and wish to be reconsidered, please contact the hiring manager to discuss submitting a revised application
Requisition ID: REQ569370
Applications Close: 27th April 2025
Need more information?
- Discover more about the application process.
- Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
- Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
- For inquiries about the role, contact Janet Tang, janet.tang@health.nsw.gov.au
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment you must hold current Australian work rights (I.E Australian citizen, permanent resident or NZ citizen with a current passport)
