Clinical Coder Trainee

This frontline support role provides essential support enabling the development and delivery of frontline services, programs and outcomes. The Clinical Coding Service is responsible for assigning clinical codes to each patient admission to accurately reflect the patient's diagnoses, conditions, and treatment received during their episode of care. Clinical coding involves reviewing the medical record and assigning codes using the International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, Tenth Revision, Australian Modification (ICD-10-AM) and associated classifications for inpatient admissions.

Temporary Full-time opportunity for up to 12 months.

About West Moreton Health West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.

We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.

At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.

As a Child Safe Organisation, At West Moreton Health

• We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
• We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
• We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.\

What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health About The Role Applicants must be enrolled in a Diploma of Clinical Coding and have successfully completed at least 50% of the qualification to be eligible for this position. This traineeship offers the opportunity to develop practical clinical coding skills, with the potential to progress to a permanent Clinical Coder Level 2 (CC2) position, or an equivalent role, upon successful completion of the program.

The Trainee Clinical Coder will receive theoretical and practical training in the coding of health care records while working under supervision. As a member of the Clinical Coding Service and the broader Health Information Management Service, the Trainee Clinical Coder will work collaboratively with colleagues and liaise effectively with clinicians and other health professionals to support accurate clinical coding and health information management practices.

What We're Looking For Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated clinical coding skills using ICD-10-AM/ACHI/ACS (International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, Tenth Revision, Australian Modification; Australian Classification of Health Interventions; and Australian Coding Standards), together with a sound working knowledge of anatomy, disease processes, medical practices, pharmacology, and diagnostic and procedural terminology.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in quality improvement activities, including coding audits, to support the accuracy, integrity and quality of coded data and coding processes.
• Highly developed interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively liaise and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

Mandatory Requirements

• Enrolled in a Diploma of Clinical Coding and have successfully completed at least 50% of the qualification.

Why choose us

• Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
• Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
• Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
• A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.

To apply For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies. Occupational group Health - Health Service Support