Clinical Coding Auditor

The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Clinical Coding Auditor to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

• Actively participate in the Gold Coast Health's Clinical Coding education, evaluation and auditing program
• Abstract relevant information from the patient record and all available clinical information systems
• Identify data discrepancies between the clinical information systems (such as ieMR or HBCIS) and provide feedback through appropriate channels
• Assign accurate International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, Australian Modification (ICD-10-AM) and Australian Classification of Health Interventions (ACHI) codes and perform Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) grouping according to Australian Coding Standards
• Utilise appropriate resources and liaise with the Clinical Coding Educator to clarify information as required, including correction of inaccurate or incomplete information

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Completion of a Diploma in Clinical Coding and a Certificate in Advanced Clinical Coding, or alternatively a Tertiary Health Information Management related Bachelor
• While not mandatory, a minimum of two (2) years' clinical coding experience in a hospital and healthcare setting, tertiary level is highly desirable, as well as evidence of coding and auditing proficiency within a healthcare facility
• While not mandatory, a Specialist Certificate in Auditing (Clinical Coding) would be well regarded
• Ability to assign accurate morbidity and procedural classifications to episodes of care in accordance with ICD-10-AM (current edition preferred), ACHI and Australian Coding Standards.
• High level computer skills in a range of systems, including relevant eHealth, clinical information systems and other software applications
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Permanent full time
• Base salary ranging from $116 562 - $126 134 per annum

About Us

Digital Health and Innovation will lead Gold Coast Health in defining, designing and enhancing delivery and sustainability of our most significant service improvement, clinical redesign and digital transformation opportunities.

Clinical Coding aims to align health funding to patient care through accurate coding of all diseases and procedures to ensure Gold Coast Health is accurately reimbursed for patient services provided. We also have a key role to play in research and innovation, in that our responsibilities will also include bringing external insight into the organisation for improvement.

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 29 June 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC684698

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.