Advanced Level Clinical Coder (Health Manager Lvl 1) - Liverpool Hospital - Perm PT / Temp PT

Advanced Level Clinical Coder (Health Manager Lvl 1) - Liverpool Hospital - Perm PT / Temp PT

South Western Sydney Local Health District

REQ690830

Requisition ID: REQ690830

Employment Type: Permanent or Temporary Part Time up to 24 hours per week

Remuneration: $46.05 - $61.27 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great
Join a Team That Values Expertise and become part of one of NSW's largest and most dynamic health services as an Advanced Level Clinical Coder, where your expertise will be highly valued and directly contribute to data quality, casemix accuracy, and activity-based funding outcomes.

• This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced coder who enjoys working with complex clinical records across a diverse range of specialties within a major tertiary referral hospital.
• In this role, you will be responsible for accurately coding complex inpatient episodes, providing expert coding advice, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and contributing to audit and education activities.

Working within a collaborative and highly skilled Clinical Coding team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity of clinical data that supports patient care, hospital planning, and health service delivery.

• If you are a highly experienced Clinical Coder looking for your next challenge within a leading tertiary health service, this position offers the opportunity to utilise your advanced coding skills while benefiting from ongoing professional development and exposure to complex casemix. We would love to hear from you.

Are You the Right Fit?
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Clinical Coder with a strong track record of coding excellence in a tertiary healthcare environment.

The successful candidate will:

• Possess extensive knowledge of ICD-10-AM, Australian Coding Standards, and National Coding Advice, with demonstrated experience coding complex and high-acuity clinical cases.
• Has exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to confidently interpret complex medical documentation.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
• With a commitment to quality, accuracy, and professional excellence, takes pride in producing high-quality coding outcomes while meeting productivity targets.

This role is ideally suited to an accomplished coder who is ready to further develop their expertise, take on greater responsibility, and make a meaningful contribution to a high-performing clinical coding service.

Technical skills will be assessed during the interview process. (2 hour Coding Test.)

Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Current extensive clinical coding experience using ICD-10-AM within a tertiary hospital setting.
• Extensive experience across a broad range of specialties with evidence of meeting KPIs for accuracy & throughput as set within SWSLHD Advanced coder coding competencies.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills with high level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to prioritise tasks and effectively manage time and resources to meet pre-determined targets and deadlines.
• Ability to analyse, abstract, interpret and report information in clinical coding forums.
• Enthusiastic attitude and demonstrated ability to work both independently, within a team and be flexible in a changing work environment.

Demonstrated skill in the use of computerized PAS and record control systems, 3M Codefinder software, PICQ and a sound knowledge of Microsoft office applications.

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We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au

We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

One extra day off each month for full-time employees

Work-Life Balance

Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

Paid maternity and parental leave

Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementingthe Child Safe Standards .We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Temporary Positions

For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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