Advanced Clinical Coder

• Elevate your coding career in a major tertiary teaching hospital

• Join a high‑performing team committed to quality and innovation

• Support system‑wide coding excellence and continuous learning

Use your advanced ICD‑10‑AM expertise to deliver accurate, high‑quality coded data and mentor the next generation of clinical coders.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $87,813.00 - $116,824.00 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Westmead Hospital (This role may require the successful applicant to work at, or travel to, any location across WSLHD)

Where you'll be working 
Join the dedicated Clinical Coding team at Westmead Hospital—one of Australia’s largest and busiest tertiary hospitals. You’ll work in a supportive, collaborative environment that values accuracy, growth and continuous improvement.

• Be part of Western Sydney Local Health District’s respected clinical coding service

• Work with diverse and complex casemix in a fast‑paced tertiary setting

• Support a culture focused on education, integrity and data excellence

• Access ongoing professional development and coding quality initiatives

• Contribute to a team that drives performance, innovation and high coding standards

What you'll be doing
As an Advanced Clinical Coder, you’ll apply your extensive coding experience to deliver high‑quality, accurate coded data and play a key role in strengthening coding integrity across the district.
 

• Accurately code inpatient episodes using ICD‑10‑AM, ACS and Solventum Codefinder

• Apply high‑level judgement when interpreting documentation and assigning codes

• Mentor and support less experienced coders using approved training and feedback methods

• Validate DRGs and ensure accuracy in PAS data entry, edit checks and cancer notifications

• Actively contribute to coding quality audits, education huddles and improvement initiatives

   

Ready to make an impact?

At the NSW Health Ministry, we’re driven by purpose, powered by our people and committed to creating healthier communities. If you’re passionate about coding excellence and want to grow your career in a supportive, innovation‑focused environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
 

1. Extensive clinical coding experience (in the current ICD-10-AM version) across a broad range of specialties in a tertiary setting, evidenced to meet the District’s set KPIs of accuracy & throughput.

2. Demonstrated understanding of Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs) and Activity Based Funding (ABF).

3. Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills with high level attention to detail.

4. Proven ability to prioritise tasks and effectively manage time and resources to meet pre-determined targets and deadlines.

5. Ability to analyse, abstract, interpret and report information in clinical coding forums.

6. Enthusiastic attitude and demonstrated ability to work both independently, within a team and be flexible in a changing work environment.

7. Demonstrated experience using computer applications.

   
   
   
   
    

Requisition ID: REQ636465
Applications Close: 6 April 2026

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 Nina Lean on Nina.Lean@health.nsw.gov.au.