Senior Coding Educator And Auditor - Health Information Services at Loddon Mallee Health Network

Bendigo, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Feb, 26

Salary

4576.2

Posted On

23 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Health Information Management, Clinical Coding, Education, Quality Assurance, Professional Development, Auditing, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Work in an environment that offers: An opportunity to make a real impact with a trusted name - Bendigo Health Generous annual leave entitlements and salary packaging to boost your take-home pay. An ability to live and work in a vibrant regional setting The Position Job Reference: 3120 Position Title: Senior Coding Educator and Auditor Classification: JB13 Hours per fortnight: Upto 76 hours Salary per Fortnight: $4,576.20 Additional Benefits: $10,000 sign-on bonus Employment Status: Ongoing Full-time or Part Time Closing date: 18/12/2025 Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be conducted before the closing date Relocation Incentives available* Interstate Relocation - $6,000 Within Victoria - $2,000 Are you an experienced Health Information Manager (HIM) or Clinical Coder with a passion for education, quality assurance, and professional development? This is your opportunity to take on a pivotal role in shaping the future of clinical coding excellence. As a Senior Coding Educator and Auditor, you will be responsible for enhancing the expertise of our Coding Services team by delivering targeted education programs, conducting comprehensive coding audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Reporting directly to the Coding Manager, you will collaborate with the Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist to ensure the highest standards of coding accuracy across all inpatient episodes. Key responsibilities include: Education & Training – Lead and develop training programs, including the Trainee Clinical Coder Program, to support team growth and professional development. Auditing & Quality Assurance – Conduct in-depth coding audits, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to enhance coding accuracy. Collaboration & Advisory – Work closely with clinicians and coding professionals to provide insights into casemix, coding, and clinical documentation improvement. Continuous Improvement – Participate in quality improvement initiatives and stay ahead of industry changes to ensure compliance and best practices. This role offers a unique blend of education, leadership, and quality assurance, allowing you to make a tangible impact in a progressive and supportive environment. If you are dedicated to driving coding excellence and passionate about mentoring others, we invite you to apply and be a key part of our team’s success. Working with Bendigo Health Bendigo Health are a leader in regional health care, combining outstanding services with a strong education, training and personal development culture. Created by our community in the 1850s, we have a long, proud history of delivering excellent care to our community. Our organisation is diverse, welcoming and committed to delivering our vision of Excellent Care. Every Person, Every Time. Bendigo Health has around 5000 staff and a catchment area covering a quarter of the size of Victoria. The three main campuses of Bendigo Health are in Bendigo, with many services extended to regional settings including areas such as Mildura, Echuca, Swan Hill, Kyneton and Castlemaine. We offer a fantastic range of benefits for our staff, including: Staff health and wellbeing programs Career development and education opportunities Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight Flexible Working Arrangements Use of staff gym and pool and access to other fitness facilities through fitness passport program If successful for a position at Bendigo Health you must provide evidence of your full immunisation record as part of the on boarding process. Your New Division The Finance and Resources Division is responsible for financial functions, including reporting, budgeting, forecasting, performance monitoring and analysis, together with our procurement, materials management and facilities management functions. The division also includes Health Information Services with key roles in medical record management, clinical documentation, freedom of information, and external data reporting requirements. These are essential non-clinical services providing high-quality support, advice, monitoring and compliance functions. The team are focussed on delivering the strategic vision within their responsibilities and on assisting the organisation operationally. Bendigo Region Bendigo is one of Victoria’s largest regional cities making it a great city to live and work in. Bendigo provides services for the region’s population of over 320,000 and so the city offers excellent schools, shopping and cultural precincts, sporting facilities and various tertiary facilities. We can offer generous flexible working arrangements - giving you more time to enjoy the fantastic restaurants, beautiful parks, walking trails and wineries within our region. Interested? We’d love to hear from you! Please ensure that you attach a cover letter and an up-to-date copy of your resume. Need more information? Please contact Kerry-Anne Adair, Manager - Coding Services on (03) 5454 8335 for a confidential discussion. Diversity and Inclusion Bendigo Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from a diverse cultural background, people with disabilities and or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Position Description: HERE Careers Video Reference: Bendigo Health Careers Act with RespectX | We are proud to be a RespectX Accredited Employer. We have zero tolerance for sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination in our organisation. Learn more: www.respectx.com.au If you are an existing Bendigo Health employee, please ensure you apply with your Bendigo Health email address.

Responsibilities

The Senior Coding Educator and Auditor will enhance the expertise of the Coding Services team by delivering education programs and conducting coding audits. This role involves collaboration with clinicians to ensure coding accuracy and participation in quality improvement initiatives.