MUGGA WARA ENDOSCOPY CENTRE - Medical Accounts/Coding/Administration

Mugga Wara Endoscopy Centre was established in the ACT over 25 years ago as a private day hospital to accommodate privately funded and self-funded patients for a variety of gastroenterology procedures.

Our facility in Deakin comprises of two well equipped procedure rooms, modern pass-through cleaning/reprocessing equipment and an expansive recovery area.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Medical Accounts, Coding & Admin specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for managing patient accounts, processing medical billing, completing accurate clinical coding, following up outstanding accounts, and ensuring claims are submitted and processed efficiently.

The successful candidate will have solid attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a sound understanding of medical billing, coding, medicare/private health requirements, and accounts receivable processes.

We are very conscious of family commitments and hope to accommodate personal flexibility/hours. The Centre is open 6.30am- 6pm Monday to Friday and closed on public holidays.

Key responsibilities include:

- Process and manage patient accounts accurately and efficiently.

- Prepare, review, and submit medical claims to Medicare, private health insurers, and other relevant payers.

- Perform accurate medical coding in accordance with applicable coding standards and organisational procedures.

- Review clinical documentation to ensure appropriate and accurate coding and billing.

- Identify and resolve billing discrepancies, rejected claims, and payment issues.

- Monitor outstanding accounts and conduct appropriate follow-up on unpaid or overdue claims.

- Reconcile payments, receipts, adjustments, and account balances.





- Process patient invoices, refunds, credits, and account adjustments as required.

- Liaise with patients, medical practitioners, health funds, Medicare, and other external parties regarding billing and account enquiries.

- Assist with month-end reporting, account reconciliation, and general administrative duties.

- Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive patient and financial information.

Criteria:

- Previous experience in medical billing, accounts receivable, medical administration, and/or medical coding.

- Strong knowledge of medical billing and claims processes.

- Understanding of medicare and private health billing requirements.

- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

- Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

- Strong computer skills and the ability to learn and use practice management and billing software.

- The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

Advantage/desirable:

- Experience with medical coding and relevant coding systems and standards.

- Certificate or qualification in medical administration, medical billing, health information management, medical coding, or a related field.

- Experience with medical wizard/billing software.

- Experience working in a medical practice, specialist clinic, hospital, or healthcare organisation.

- Knowledge of relevant Australian healthcare billing and coding requirements.

Please forward a covering letter and CV by COB Wednesday 2nd September 2026 to:

Practice Manager - Mugga Wara Endoscopy Centre
Suite 1, Equinox 2, 70 Kent Street DEAKIN, ACT 2600

Ph: 02 5104 2***

Email: ********@muggawara.com.au

📌 Medical Accounts/Coding/Administration (Deakin)
🏢 Mugga Wara Endoscopy Centre
📍 Deakin