Coding and Documentation Auditor

Job no: 937080
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Administration, Business and Management

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

  • Various locations 
  • Salary  ASO-6  $102,171 - $108,071 p.a.  + super + salary packaging
  • Permanent full-time, remote available 

About CALHN
At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare - for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best. Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

About the Role

Are you passionate about clinical coding, data integrity and making a real impact in healthcare? As a Coding & Documentation Auditor at Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN), you’ll play a key role in auditing clinical documentation and ICD-10-AM/ACHI coding to ensure compliance with national and state standards. You'll help shape the quality of our coded data through continual audit activity, contributing directly to accurate Activity Based Funding (ABF) outcomes and timely data submissions.

In this engaging role, you’ll work closely with coding teams, providing up-to-date education and insights from audit findings to support continuous improvement. You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive environment where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a difference to both patient care data and revenue optimisation. If you're looking to take the next step in your health information management career, we’d love to hear from you.

About You

You are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for data integrity, coding accuracy, and improving healthcare outcomes. With strong technical expertise and a collaborative approach, you're ready to support quality coding and documentation standards at CALHN.

  • Hold a Diploma of Clinical Coding (HLT50321) or equivalent, with demonstrated advanced competency in ICD-10-AM

  • Bring experience in clinical coding auditing, documentation improvement, and staff education in a large healthcare setting

  • Possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

  • Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships and contribute to a team-focused environment

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy :

  • Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
  • Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
  • Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
  • Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
  • Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
  • Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
  • Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

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Kate Francis, Audit Manager

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Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 31 May 2026
Job Ref: 937080

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position

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Categories

SA Health

Locations

Metropolitan South Australia

Work type

Local Health Network / Business