**Employment Type**: Permanent Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week
**Location**:Campbelltown & Camden Hospitals
**Position Classification**:Administration Officer Lvl 3 - 5 & Medical Records Administrator
**Remuneration**:Per Classification
**Administration Officer Lvl 3-5**:$34.46 - $39.26 per hour
**Medical Records Administrator**: $35.64 - $46.10 per hour
**Requisition ID**:REQ602786
**Application Close Date**:21/09/2025
**Interview Date Range**:24/09/2025 - 01/10/2025
**Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position**
**About The Opportunity**
As a Clinical Coder, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely coding of inpatient episodes of care using ICD-10-AM classification, ensuring alignment with the Australian Coding Standards and SWSLHD policies. You'll play a key role in supporting our mission to deliver safe, high-quality, and personalised care across our communities.
Your work will contribute to vital health funding mechanisms and support informed clinical and management decision-making.
This opportunity offers flexible work practices and a collaborative and supportive environment. If you're passionate about clinical coding and ready to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply. Please note previous applicants need not apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse clinical documentation and abstract relevant clinical and demographic data.
- Assign codes using the **ICD-10-AM classification system and Solventum Codefinder**:
- Maintain coding accuracy and output in line with **NSW Ministry of Health** timeframes.
- Participate in audits and quality improvement activities.
- Stay up-to-date with coding standards, policies, and continuous education.
What We're Looking For
- Previous/current work experience in clinical coding preferred or a strong aptitude, passion and eagerness to be trained as an entry level coder.
- Strong understanding of anatomy, disease processes, and medical terminology.
- High attention to detail, excellent time management, and ability to meet throughput targets.
- Commitment to ethical coding and quality documentation practices.
Why Join Us?
At SWSLHD, our "**Transforming Your Experience**" strategy drives everything we do — for our patients, staff, and communities. We support our coders with continuous professional development, collaborative team environments, and the tools to reach their full potential.
Ready To Make A Difference?
**What You'll Be Doing**
The Clinical Coder is responsible for the accurate and timely coding of inpatient episodes of care, in accordance with the Australian coding standards and other relevant documents. Other responsibilities include maintaining ethical
coding practice and participating in quality activities.
**Where You'll Be Working**
Campbelltown Hospital, located in the heart of the Macarthur region, is a leading tertiary hospital within the South Western Sydney Local Health District. This progressive hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care to the local community and beyond.
With state-of-the-art facilities and a dynamic, diverse team, Campbelltown Hospital offers a wide range of services, including cardiology, maternity, palliative care, respiratory medicine, emergency medicine, and aged-care services. The hospital also features specialised Mental Health and Cancer facilities, ensuring comprehensive care and support for patients.
The ongoing multi-million dollar redevelopment will further enhance the hospital's capabilities, introducing advanced equipment and amenities. The management team is committed to fostering a sociable, friendly, and vibrant environment where patient experience is paramount. They are approachable, innovative, and responsive to staff feedback, ensuring a supportive workplace culture.
Joining Campbelltown Hospital means becoming part of a community-focused team dedicated to excellence in healthcare. The hospital's emphasis on training and upskilling encourages staff to pursue learning and development opportunities, making it an exciting place to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the community.
**How to Apply**
- Completion of a recognised ICD-10-AM coding course or relevant Tertiary Qualifications in Health Information Management (with a clinical coding component).
- Could you please tell us about your coding experience and whether you have used the 3M Codefinder software?
- You will be required to meet deadlines in this position. How would you ensure that these deadlines are met?
- What is your understanding of a DRG (Diagnosis Related Group) and how this relates to clinical coding?
- What PAS (Patient administration systems) have you used or are familiar with?
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**Additional Information**
**Salary Packaging**
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary