Clinical Coder & Medical Records
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- Administration & Health Records Management
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- REQ578625 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Drive Accuracy and Support Patient Care
Remuneration: $38.39 - $39.26 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Inverell District Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Administrative Officer Level 5
Hours per week: 28hrs/week
Requisition ID: REQ578625
Closing Date: Sunday 8th June 2025
Benefits
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Step into the Role
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Clinical Coder / Medical Records Officer to join our dedicated team at Inverell Hospital.
In this vital role, you will ensure the accuracy and quality of clinical coding, directly supporting hospital funding, research, and performance reporting. Your expertise will help drive data-driven decision-making and enhance patient outcomes across our facility.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver accurate clinical coding and DRG allocation in line with KPIs
- Record coding activity and correct errors using quality indicators
- Assist with the retrieval, preparation, and scanning of medical records into related systems
- Manage Release of Information requests per NSW Health regulations
- Facilitate and respond to requests for medical statements and enquiries to relevant agencies
Key Skills
- Recognised clinical coding qualification (e.g. HIMAA) or Health Information Management degree and/or significant coding experience within a hospital setting
- Proficiency in information systems and software
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to plan and prioritise workload
- A professional, service-oriented approach
Support and Development
- Full orientation program provided to ensure smooth transition into the role
- Ongoing training via onsite educators
- Participate in clinical coding quality initiatives, including targeted coder education sessions
- Support from a collaborative team, including the Hospital Services Manager, Nurse Unit Managers, and Health Information Manager
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Katherine Randall on Katherine.Randall@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
- 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.
- Previous candidates need not re-apply.
- 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. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
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.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
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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