Clinical Coder at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitematā, Auckland
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Permanent, Full Time Clinical Coder Level 3 or above - North Shore Hospital
- Unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team that values both clinical expertise and digital innovation. Work in a supportive, future-focused environment where your contribution has a direct impact on healthcare quality, funding, and planning.
- Ongoing professional development and potential opportunities for progression into management for the right candidate. These roles are initially primarily onsite positions, with the opportunity to work closely with the Clinical Coding Operations Manager and Team Leader, including providing acting Team Leader coverage during annual leave, supporting Codectomy functional application and testing as required, and contributing to AI documentation audit work.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We are seeking applications from experienced, motivated and detail-oriented Level 3 or above Clinical Coders with practical clinical coding experience using ICD10-AM 11th or 12th edition to join our team at Waitematā District on a permanent, full time basis. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the efficient operation of our health services.
Our team operates on a hybrid roster, with full remote options available for the right candidate.
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About Us
Work alongside a dedicated team of Clinical Coders in a supportive and collaborative environment that fosters continuous development and growth.
Our team at Waitematā are highly skilled, digitally enabled professionals at the forefront of digital innovation working within our secure digital health records systems and coding tools to ensure accuracy, efficiency and national compliance. Our coders are valued contributors to data-driven healthcare, playing a key role in quality improvement, health analytics, and future-focused service planning. To enhance responsiveness and meet regional KPIs, weve established an in-house Rapid Response Clinical Coding Team to reduce delays in coding turnaround. If youre excited about combining clinical expertise with digital solutions, we would love to welcome you to our team.
Health New Zealand Waitematā provides health services to approximately 650,000 residents of the North Shore, Waitakere, and Rodney areas. It has the largest population of any district health area.
For more information on living and working in Waitematā District, click here
About you
Youre an experienced Clinical Coder with a collaborative mindset, a positive outlook and strong work ethic.
Essential qualifications and experience:
- Current clinical coding experience in ICD10-AM 12th Edition
- HIMAA Clinical Coding Certificate or New Zealand-recognised equivalent
- Solid understanding of Casemix systems and Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach
- Demonstrated accuracy, efficiency, and reliability in applying clinical coding knowledge independently
Working at 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 service 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 18 February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sarah Kneller Recruitment Consultant via sarah.kneller@tewhatuora.govt.nz.
For any queries about the role, please contact Vanessa McGill, Operations Manager, on 021 928 320
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
Job reference: WDHB20734
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
| Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitematā |
| Location: | Auckland |
| Position type: | Permanent Full time |
| Category: | Health |
| Date listed: | 21-Jan-2026 |
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| Closing date: | 18-Feb-2026 |
| Reference: | WDHB20734 |
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| Website: | https://www.waitematadhb.govt.nz/ |
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