Clinical Coder Department of Health Information Services Join Calvary Mater Newcastle Where Compassion Meets World-Class Care!
Permanent Full-time & Part-time Positions AvailableFlexible working arrangements, including work from home optionsSalary Classification - Administrative Officer Level 5 Yr 1-2Remuneration - $***** - $***** per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging optionsAbout the RoleAn exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Clinical Coder to join the Health Information Services team at Calvary Mater Newcastle.
The Clinical Coder is responsible for reviewing, interpreting and accurately coding inpatient episodes of care using ICD-10-AM, ACHI and Australia Coding Standards.
The role contributes to the integrity of clinical data, accurate Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) assignment, Activity Based Funding (ABF), performance reporting and compliance with national coding standards.
Working independently within a supportive and collaborative team environment, the successful applicant will provide advanced coding expertise across a broad clinical casemix and contribute to coding quality improvement initiatives, clinical documentation improvement activities, education programs and auditing processes.Key ResponsibilitiesAccurately assign ICD-10-AM and ACHI codes in accordance with Australian Coding Standards relevant classification systems and organisation requirementsEnsure coded data is complete, accurate and timely and reflective of the documented episode of care, supporting data integrity, DRG assignment and Activity Based Funding outcomesAchieve agreed coding throughput and productivity benchmarks,



while independently managing workloads, priorities and timeframes to meeting coding deadlines and reporting requirementsParticipate in coding education, quality review and service improvement activities, and review and respond to personal coding quality indicators including PICQ reports, audit findings and feedbackMaintain confidentiality, privacy and information security in accordance with legislation, standards and organisation policiesAbout YouSuccessful completion of a recognised ICD-10AM & ACHI and Australian Coding Standards coding qualification with Australian coding experienceMinimum 2-3 years' clinical coding experience within a tertiary or acute hospital settingMedical terminology skills and proven attention to detailDemonstrated computer literacy and knowledge of hospital-based information systemsAbility to maintain strict confidentiality in all work matters and to communicate effectivelyProven ability to work unsupervised, as a member of a team and meet throughput targetsCommitment to confidentiality, privacy principles and the Mission, Vision and Values of CalvaryFor further information please contact Paige Welsh, Acting Manager of Health Information Services on Why work for Calvary?




We are an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area.
Our health services and clinics include Oncology, Coronary Care and Cardiology, Surgery, Intensive Care, General Medicine, Research and 24/7 Emergency Care.
We are a world class leader in research in oncology, toxicology, psychiatry and palliative care research.
Our researchers work in partnership with our nurses, clinicians and patients, as well as universities, affiliated organisations and charities, both locally and globally.
We work together to be a source of healing, hope and nurturing to the people and communities we serve.
As we work, our values are visible in how we act and treat each other.
We care for our people by providing a safe, equitable, inclusive and welcoming work environment that respects each individual and their contribution to our purpose of 'Being for Others'.
In addition to an enriching work environment, our staff benefit from:On-site parkingUp to $15,900 in salary packaging options plus extra savings with meal entertainment packaging and novated car leasingFitness Passport and Employee Assistance ProgramLeave entitlement balances transfer for NSW Health employeesGender neutral parental leaveThis role requires the successful applicant to:Have unlimited working rights in AustraliaSuccessfully complete pre-employment checks including reference checks, work rights, criminal history check and WWCC checks to ensure suitability for the roleProvide evidence of immunisation as required for the role
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📌 Clinical Coder (Newcastle)
🏢 Calvary HealthCare Newcastle
📍 Newcastle