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Clinical Coder


Company : St Vincent's Health Australia


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2026-02-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Description:Serve Something Greater; See Something Greater; Strive for Something GreaterJoin one of Australia''s most respected, not-for-profit healthcare organisationsFlexible part-time role with supportive, high-performing team cultureEast Melbourne location close to public transport and inner-city amenitiesAt St Vincent''s Private Hospital Melbourne (SVPHM), we''re proud to be part of St Vincent''s Health Australia the nation''s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider. Together, we''re building better care, together.About the RoleWe''re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Clinical Coder to join our dynamic Health Information Services team based at East Melbourne. Reporting to the Victorian HIS Operations Manager, you''ll be responsible for the timely and accurate abstraction and coding of clinical data from patient records using ICD-10-AM/ACHI/ACS classifications.Your ImpactIn this role, you will:Ensure accurate and timely coding of separations using ICD-10-AM, ACHI and Australian Coding Standards.Liaise with clinicians and other staff to gather additional documentation required for coding accuracy.Manage and prioritise workload to meet key performance targets.Actively contribute to ongoing education, audits and quality improvement initiatives.About YouYou''re an organised, analytical professional who thrives on accuracy and clinical detail. You''ll bring:Bachelor of Health Information Management or Certificate IV/Diploma in Clinical ClassificationMinimum 2 years'' experience coding in an acute healthcare setting with varied casemixStrong working knowledge of Australian Coding StandardsExperience with private sector funding models (desirable)Proficiency with coding software such as 3M Codefinder or WebPAS (desirable)Excellent communication, collaboration and time management skillsCommitment to confidentiality, data integrity and continuous learningWhy Work for SVPHM?When you join SVPHM, you''ll enjoy:Salary packaging options pay less tax and increase your take-home payDiscounted gym membership via Fitness PassportWorkplace giving through our Give4Good programFlexible working arrangements and option to purchase additional leaveStaff discounts on hospital admissions across all SVHA Private HospitalsA genuinely values-based, mission-driven organisation committed to compassion, integrity and excellenceAbout St Vincent''s Private Hospital MelbourneWe''re a not-for-profit Catholic hospital group delivering exceptional patient-centred care across Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee. Our multidisciplinary teams work together to provide the highest standards of medical, surgical and therapeutic services in a supportive, compassionate environment.How to ApplyIf this sounds like you, click APPLY NOW and submit:Your Cover Letter, andYour ResumeFor further information, contact Katherine Simunic, Victorian State Manager HIS, on .Additional InformationSt Vincent''s Health Australia is committed to equal opportunity, reconciliation and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.For more information visit: or email All appointments are subject to satisfactorycriminal record and child protection checksand compliance with SVHAStaff Health Screening and Immunisation Policy, including COVID-19 and flu vaccination requirements.Closing Date:13 January :59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent''s we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.For further information, visit or get in contact at View Reconciliation Action PlanCode of Conduct:View Code of Conduct