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Clinical Coder Trainee


Clinical Practice Building, JCU, Douglas

Exciting opportunities available now with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service.


Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Administration
Classification AO3
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV644163
Closing date 03-Jul-2025
Job duration TFT, 12 months
Contact person Suzanne Walters
Contact details 07 4433 1342
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About the work unit / facility

Clinical Information Services is responsible for the management of clinical information across Townsville Hospital and Health Service. Areas of responsibility include Clinical Coding, Medical Records, Release of Information, Data Quality, 7 Day Service, Information Management, and Information Privacy.

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence 

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $2950.00 to $3280.70 p.a. (AO3)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for a Clinical Coder Trainee to join the Clinical Coding team at Townsville Hospital and Health Service. This position is an entry level position within the clinical coding field and will suit applicants who have completed, a recognised ICD-10-AM Clinical Coding course.

The successful applicant will gain a thorough working knowledge of clinical coding through on the job training and mentoring by experienced Clinical Coders. The goal of this position is for the Trainee to gain skills required to progress to become a competent Clinical Coder.

Requirements:

  • Probation period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Suzanne Walters on (07) 4433 1342.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV644163

Applications close: Thursday, 3 July 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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