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Trainee Clinical Coder - job post

Hunter New England Local Health District
3.9 out of 5 stars
Newcastle NSW
$37.91 - $38.78 an hour - Part-time
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Job details

Pay

  • $37.91 - $38.78 an hour

Job type

  • Part-time

Location

Newcastle NSW

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Parental leave
  • Annual leave
  • Employee assistance program
  • Salary packaging
  • Maternity leave

Full job description

Hunter New England Local Health District

Reference number
REQ669505
Occupation
Office Management
Work type
Part-Time
Location
Newcastle, Hunter & Region
Salary Information
$75176.8 - $76897.65
Closing date
09 July 2026 at 11:59pm


Remuneration: $37.91 - $38.78 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 4
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Maitland Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ669505
Applications Close: Thursday 9th July 2026

About the role:
As a Trainee Clinical Coder, you will embark on a rewarding career pathway within Health Information Services, contributing to the accuracy and integrity of vital patient data across Maitland, Kurri Kurri, Cessnock and Dungog Hospitals. Reporting directly to the Health Information Manager, this developmental role has been established to strengthen and support clinical coding services across the district.
Working alongside and mentored by two Senior Advanced Clinical Coders and the Health Information Manager, you will develop specialist expertise in inpatient clinical coding, applying ICD-10-AM and associated classification standards to ensure the delivery of high-quality health information. This is an exceptional opportunity to build a career in a highly valued profession while making a meaningful contribution to healthcare planning, funding, and patient outcomes.

Where you’ll be working:
Maitland Hospital is a contemporary, purpose-built health facility in the heart of the Hunter region, designed to support exceptional patient care and a positive staff experience. Located within the welcoming community of Maitland and just a short drive from Newcastle, it offers the perfect balance of modern healthcare infrastructure, a connected team environment, and a relaxed regional lifestyle ✨


What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities across the administrative network
  • Career progression opportunities within NSW Health
  • Ongoing support from an Administration Manager and experienced colleagues
  • Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees
  • Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
  • Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing


Essential Requirements:

  • Completion of a recognised coding course (HIMAA or OTEN) or relevant tertiary qualification in Health Information Management including medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
  • Demonstrated experience and competence in clinical classification using IC10 AM & ACHI and thorough understanding of Australian Coding Standards.


If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:

  • A positive and growth-focused mindset, with a genuine eagerness to learn, embrace feedback, and continuously develop professional skills.

  • Demonstrated commitment to excellence through a diligent approach, strong work ethic, and dedication to delivering high-quality outcomes.

  • An enthusiastic attitude towards learning, coupled with the ability to receive feedback constructively and apply it to ongoing professional growth.

  • A proactive and conscientious approach to work, supported by a strong work ethic and willingness to learn from experienced colleagues.

  • A commitment to continuous improvement, demonstrating resilience, professionalism, and an openness to coaching and feedback.

Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can’t wait to hear from you!


Additional information:
  • An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.

  • At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.

  • To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

  • We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.


Need more information?

  • about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Famia Goninan on Famia.Goninan@health.nsw.gov.au


Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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