Senior Clinical Coding Technician (CDI)

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Clinical Coding Technician to join our team on a permanent basis. The role involves applying advanced coding standards to a wide range of medical specialties, ensuring accurate and compliant clinical documentation.

Key responsibilities

• Apply ICD‑10‑AM, SBS, ACHI, AR‑DRG, and WHO mortality coding systems to patient records.
• Interpret and implement Australian Coding Standards (ACS) and SBS coding standards (SBSCS).
• Code across major specialties including medicine, surgery, oncology, trauma, orthopedics, cardiology, and obstetrics.
• Validate coded data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to resolve documentation queries and improve coding quality.

Required profile

• Advanced level of HIMAA or intermediate HIMAA qualification with SCfHS license.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical coding experience or equivalent.
• AHIMA or AAPC certified clinical coder preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in multiple coding conventions and standards.

Required skills

• ICD‑10‑AM
• SBS
• ACHI
• AR‑DRG
• WHO mortality codes
• Australian Coding Standards (ACS)
• SBS coding standards (SBSCS)