Clinical Coder

Clinical Coder – Band 3-5, dependant on experience and qualifications An exciting opportunity has arisen and we are looking to recruit Clinical Coders with enthusiasm and motivation to join our clients based across the South East. We are looking for candidates who are ACC qualified and who have experience coding across a wide range of specialities within an Acute NHS Trust. You should have a sound knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology, be able to demonstrate competency in the use of ICD10 and OPCS4 classifications, be proficient in the use of digital systems and have a thorough understanding of national clinical coding standards and conventions. Main duties of the job: The ideal candidates will possess excellent analytical and judgement skills, be methodical with a high degree of accuracy and excellent attention to detail; you will need to be a team player who can manage your own workload whilst contributing to meeting local and national deadlines. You will have strong interpersonal and organisational skills and will be expected to develop effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels. The role will require some interaction and collaboration with clinical and divisional staff to ensure data is accurately recorded in accordance with national standards. Job description: Successful candidates will contribute to the provision of a high quality clinical coding team supporting the business and clinical needs of the Trust by ensuring accurate and timely translation and input of medical terminology, Senior Coders will support validation and data quality improvement work, liaising with clinical teams and managers, act as a mentor and support trainee clinical coders and deal with complex coding queries. Clinical Coding is part of Digital & Informatics services, the coding team are committed and enthusiastic, with a work-life balance afforded by agile and flexible working, the team code from scanned clinical case-notes and use an in-house developed clinical coding portal to assign and monitor workloads. Person Specification: National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ) Up to date Clinical Coding Refresher Course Desirable: AMSPAR Qualification ExperienceEssential: Significant coding experience across a wide range of medical/surgical specialties within an acute NHS Trust Desirable: Experience of working with clinicians and divisional managers KnowledgeEssential: Detailed knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy and coding procedures Desirable: Knowledge of the impact of coding on HRGs and mortality measures Skills and AbilitiesEssential: Good IT skills including the ability to use Microsoft Office applications JBRP1_UKTJ