Job summary
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has a full- time vacancy for a Band 5 Experienced Clinical Coder at King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill.
Experienced coders play a pivotal role in the coding department, working within a small team of coders to meet deadlines, reporting back to the Clinical Coding Manager and contacting both clinical and non-clinical staff in the Trust each month to ensure high Data Quality.
Main duties of the job
The right candidate will have good interpersonal skills, a comprehensive knowledge of clinical coding rules and conventions, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology and be able to meet strict monthly Trust deadlines.
The ability to communicate effectively with clinicians, nursing staff and other health professionals is essential to this role as we move forward with clinical validation of coding and engagement.
The successful candidate must have completed their Clinical Coding Standards Course, and have significant experience coding in an NHS inpatient setting.
You will have access to training courses and workshops which are delivered by our in house Clinical Coding Training Team, and support to further your career in clinical coding. In addition, King's have introduced the option of remote working on a part time basis, with up to 3 weeks in 4 being workable remotely.
If you would like to be part of our well-established team and are looking for a job with career progression then come and join us.
Please ensure that you meet the criteria on the Person Specification before applying.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites.
The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centered, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an experienced Clinical Coding Analyst, the role is to code on a daily basis, provide timely and accurate coding through effective data extraction, by analysing complex clinical information; and applying independent judgment in the interpretation, transposition and sequencing of clinical data adhering to national rules and conventions of ICD-10 & OPCS-4.9, entering on the Trusts PAS, ensuring SUS freeze and flex deadlines are met.
Work well within a team supported by the Clinical Coding Managers.Liaise with the Clinical Coding Managers to confirm appropriate diagnostic and procedure codes where national guidance is unclear.Promote awareness and understanding of the clinical coding process and identify service improvements.Communicate and liaise effectively with clinicians, nursing staff, other professionals and departments, both internal and external, concerning routine or complex issues /anomalies across all specialties whilst maintaining good relationships.Demonstrate understanding of the importance of Data Quality, Data Protection, PBR and HRGs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an experienced Clinical Coding Analyst, the role is to code on a daily basis, provide timely and accurate coding through effective data extraction, by analysing complex clinical information; and applying independent judgment in the interpretation, transposition and sequencing of clinical data adhering to national rules and conventions of ICD-10 & OPCS-4.9, entering on the Trusts PAS, ensuring SUS freeze and flex deadlines are met.
Work well within a team supported by the Clinical Coding Managers.Liaise with the Clinical Coding Managers to confirm appropriate diagnostic and procedure codes where national guidance is unclear.Promote awareness and understanding of the clinical coding process and identify service improvements.Communicate and liaise effectively with clinicians, nursing staff, other professionals and departments, both internal and external, concerning routine or complex issues /anomalies across all specialties whilst maintaining good relationships.Demonstrate understanding of the importance of Data Quality, Data Protection, PBR and HRGs.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Attended Clinical Coding Standards Course
- Trust in-house test (For King's existing Band 4 Trainee Coders)
- Evidence of Continuing professional development
- Experience of using Administration Systems and encoding software.
Desirable
- AMSPAR Medical Terminology Certificate
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure using initiative to seek solutions to problems.
- Ability to analyse and interpret complex information with attention to detail.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience with clinical coding across a wide range of specialties
- Practical experience with standard clinical coding schemes (ICD-10 and OPCS-4)
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Attended Clinical Coding Standards Course
- Trust in-house test (For King's existing Band 4 Trainee Coders)
- Evidence of Continuing professional development
- Experience of using Administration Systems and encoding software.
Desirable
- AMSPAR Medical Terminology Certificate
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure using initiative to seek solutions to problems.
- Ability to analyse and interpret complex information with attention to detail.
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience with clinical coding across a wide range of specialties
- Practical experience with standard clinical coding schemes (ICD-10 and OPCS-4)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Coldharbour Works
London
SW9 8RR
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
