*About us:
CQ Health provides public health services across Central Queensland, in hospitals and in the community. CQ Health is a statutory body governed by our Board. We serve a growing population of approximately 250,000 people and employ more than 3,700 staff, treating more than 700,000 patients each year. The health service has a diverse geographic footprint, ranging from regional cities to remote townships in the west and beachside communities along the coast.
About the role:
Coordinate and participate in the Coding Quality Program to ensure objectives are met. This includes regular retrospective general staff coding audits and targeted coding audits in accordance with CQHHS strategic direction and the unit's quality plan.
Undertake clinical liaison based on key coding audit findings and organisational priorities. Initiate, participate in and contribute to quality improvement activities and initiatives. Liaise with clinicians, medical and nursing staff, allied health staff within CQHHS with regards to providing education, expert advice and identifying documentation issues that impact on the Coding Unit.
Analyse, validate and reconcile coded information using appropriate information management tools to ensure coded data integrity. Provide expert advice in the interpretation of coded data with regards to performance reporting and benchmarking initiatives as required.
Assist with the completion of clinical coding to meet the Department of Health's end of month data submission deadline.
About you:
It is a requirement of the position to have a relevant Clinical coder certification.
The successful candidate will be required to work onsite.
Minimum 4-5 years full-time equivalent Clinical Coding knowledge and experience
Intermediate ICD-10-AM, ACHI and ACS Clinical Coding Course (or equivalent)
Advanced ICD-10-AM, ACHI and ACS Clinical Coding Course (or equivalent)
Certificate of external and internal clinical coding auditing
Eligibility for full membership of HIMAA (Health Information Management Association of Australia)
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $131,052 is comprised of:
An hourly rate between $ $57.92 p.h.
12.75% employer superannuation contribution
17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits
Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit the following:
Your current CV or resume, including referees.
A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
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Contact
Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5H655140
Applications close: Monday, 1 September 2025
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