Health Information Manager / Clinical Coder
Heatherton, VIC, AU, 3202
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About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for Health Information Management Students and qualified Clinical Coders to join our expanding team in a permanent role. This position is full-time/part-time ongoing. If successful, you would be based at Dandenong Hospital and have the flexibility to work remotely in addition to onsite.
What we offer you:
- The opportunity to expand your clinical coding skillset
- A huge range of Casemix specialties across the entire life-span from newborn and children, to adults
- Coding from an electronic medical record
- Professional development forums
- Working remotely
- Staff benefits include salary packaging, staff gym, discounted health insurance and close to public transport
To be successful in this position...
On a personal level you:
- Have a keen interest in a career in clinical coding and a passion for learning and ongoing development of coding and associated skills
- Are looking for the variety and challenge that comes from a diverse Casemix
- Thrive working with a dedicated coding team within a fast-paced and dynamic environment
You must have:
- Bachelor of Health Information Management or Clinical Coder qualification or at a minimum HIMAA student registration
- Ability to work both in an unsupervised self-directed environment and within a self-managed team
- Are an Australian citizen or permanent resident to apply
- Relevant computer technical skills applicable to Clinical Coding Services
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
Desirable:
- Previous coding experience in a health facility
Applicants will be required to complete a coding test to assess coding competency as a component of the recruitment process.
Monash Health is a great place to work
Monash Health has been nominated by LinkedIn as one of the top 25 organisations in Australia to grow your career. Our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:
- salary packaging options that increase your take-home pay
- a comprehensive Health and Wellbeing program
- free vaccinations
- private health insurance at discounted rates
- health imaging services
- + more
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Jessica Kearney - Clinical Coding Casemix Manager on 0437 550 390.
Position Description can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close May 5th, 2026.