The Clinical Coder is responsible for accurately assigning morbidity and procedural classifications to patient episodes in accordance with state and national data reporting requirements. This role also actively contributes to quality improvement initiatives related to clinical coding, supporting the integrity and accuracy of health information across the organisation.

Job details

About the Role

• Utilise the 3M Codefinder Software and other relevant patient information systems to assign accurate ICD-10-AM and ACHI codes in 12th Edition, according to Australian Coding Standards (ACS), National and State Coding Authority and Queensland Health Guidelines, within designated timeframes.
• Abstract and verify relevant information from the medical record and clinical information systems.
• Utilise appropriate resources and liaise with team members and clinicians (via CCL) to clarify information as required.
• Identify discrepancies between clinical information systems and patient records and provide feedback through appropriate channels.
• Review the accuracy of DRGs (Diagnosis Related Group) allocated to admitted patient episodes prior to finalising coded data.
• Complete Queensland Cancer Registry notifications.
• Actively participate in and contribute to quality improvement activities, education activities and other initiatives within the clinical coding team.
• Adhere to relevant Queensland Health policies, standards, and relevant legislative requirements.
• Develop a positive culture within the Digital Health Service which encourages and recognises high performance, builds leadership capabilities, and supports staff to maximise their health and wellbeing.
• Other duties as delegated by Line Manager

About Children's Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CHQ HHS)

Children's Health Queensland is a recognised leader in paediatric healthcare, teaching and research, delivering a full range of clinical services and training, tertiary and quaternary care and health promotion programs to children and young people from across Queensland and northern New South Wales.   

Our interprofessional workforce of more than 5,000 people deliver responsive, integrated and internationally recognised person-centred care through a network of services and facilities, including the Queensland Children's Hospital, Jacaranda Place, Ellen Barron Family Centre, our Child and Youth Community Health Service, our Child and Youth Mental Health Service, and other statewide services and programs including specialist outreach and telehealth services.

Inclusion and diversity

To encourage inclusive practices in recruitment, we are committed to increasing our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce and building inclusive cultures that respect and promote human rights and Workforce Diversity and Inclusion. CHQ is an equal opportunity employer.

Some of the great benefits of working at CHQ HSS

If you're looking for a rewarding career, and you're excited to contribute to the development of Australia's best paediatric health service, come and join the team at CHQ and enjoy a range of benefits including:

• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive renumeration
• Annual pay increases
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Salary packaging
• Employee wellness and assistance program
• Work/life balance, variety, and flexibility

You can find out more about why it's so great to work at CHQ HHS here.

Further information

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

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Please review the Role Description, Information Pack and Applicant Tool Kit for more information on application process requirements. Agency referrals will not be accepted for this position.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 668755 - AO4 Clinical Coder - RD (PDF)
  
  CHQ_Applicant Toolkit_2025 (PDF)
  
  CHQ_Information for Applicants_2025 (PDF)