Clinical Coder at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Otago
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Dunedin Hospital
- Permanent full-time (40 hours per week) opportunity for Level 2 to 5 Clinical Coders in the NZ Clinical Coding Framework
- Salary between $81,565 and $89,491 depending on experience
- Code using ICD 10-AM 12th Edition
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.
About the role
Our talented team of clinical coders deliver accurate, thorough information for the health of our region.
You will be responsible for identifying and translating inpatient medical procedures, interventions and diagnoses into code using various systems such as ICD 10-AM 12th Edition (and any subsequent editions), the Australian Coding Standards (ACS) and the Australian Classification of Health Interventions (ACHI).
The role is a full-time opportunity working Monday - Friday, based at Dunedin Hospital – please note remote work is a possibility for experienced Clinical Coders trained in NZ (or Australian) Clinical Coding.
About the Team/Service/Location
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.
About you
The successful applicant will have coded in ICD-10-AM 12th Edition, and be a recognised Level 2 to 5 Clinical Coder in the NZ Clinical Coding Framework.
To be successful in this role, you will also need to demonstrate the following:
- Exceptional time management skills and ability to work to deadlines
- High standard of accuracy whilst working with complex information
- Ability to work well within a team
- Excellent comprehension and organisational skills
- Motivated and reliable
- Prior administrative experience and/or research skills is desirable but not essential
Working for Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to apply
To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Monday, 8 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mikayla Hamilton at mikayla.hamilton@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
| Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern |
| Location: | Otago |
| Position type: | Permanent Full time |
| Category: | Health |
| Date listed: | 10-Nov-2025 |
| Salary range: | |
| Closing date: | 08-Dec-2025 |
| Reference: | HNZN02345 |
| Attachment: | No File Attached |
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| Website: | https://www.southernhealth.nz |
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