Senior Coding Educator And Auditor

Job Description

Job description: 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 is 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 organization 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. If successful for a position at Bendigo Health, you must provide evidence of your full immunization record as part of the onboarding 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. 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. 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr