At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to code patient data accurately and support healthcare across Australia.
- Company: St Vincent's Health Australia, a values-driven organisation with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, remote work, salary packaging, and discounted gym memberships.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare while enjoying a great work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Bachelor in Health Information Management or relevant coding experience required.
The predicted salary is between 43.2 - 52.8 $ per hour.
Join our Health Information Services team in a Clinical Coding role. As an experienced Clinical Coder, you’ll be part of St Vincent’s Health Australia’s Private Division, supporting coding across our 10 private hospitals nationally.
This is a rewarding position during an exciting period of transformation, with the introduction of the Meditech EMR system on the horizon.
About You
You’re a detail-oriented and motivated Clinical Coder who thrives in a dynamic healthcare environment and is passionate about coding quality and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately and promptly code patient separations using ICD-10-AM, ACHI, and Australian Coding Standards
- Liaise with clinical and administrative staff to obtain necessary documentation for coding
- Manage and prioritise your workload effectively
- Participate in ongoing education, training, and quality improvement activities
Why Work for SVHA?
You will join a high performing team and a workplace with relationships built on mutual trust and respect. We value our staff and offer professional advancement in a respectful, collaborative and learning environment.
Join the St Vincent's Health Australia Group, and work for a truly values-based organisation, who operate across VIC, NSW and QLD.
Applicants must have:
- Bachelor of Health Information Management or Certificate IV/Diploma in Clinical Classification
- High level, practical knowledge of Australian Coding Standards
- Minimum two years coding experience
- Experience with private sector funding models would be desirable but not essential
- Understanding of privacy and confidentiality requirements
- Excellent organisation and communication skills
- Strong communication skills to effectively engage internal stakeholders and team members
- A strong level of computer literacy/knowledge
Requirements:
Criminal record and/or child protection checks will be conducted and will form part of the selection criteria for this role. SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings. You are therefore required to comply with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy, which may require you to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). SVHA generally requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity please contact Katherine Simunic, HIS Manager SVPHM for a confidential discussion.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity, ethical practices, the principles of cultural diversity and promote a smoke-free work environment. St Vincent's Health Australia is committed to reconciliation and encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for all advertised positions.
National Clinical Coder/HIM-Casual in Adelaide employer: St Vincent's Health Australia
St Vincent's Health Australia is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead legal strategy in a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to delivering life-changing healthcare. With a strong commitment to values such as Compassion, Justice, Integrity, and Excellence, employees benefit from a collaborative work culture that fosters professional growth and development. Located in vibrant cities like Sydney and Melbourne, the role provides access to significant national projects while making a meaningful impact on communities across Australia.
Contact Details:
St Vincent's Health Australia Recruitment Team
