Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for Clinical Coding to join our team.
As an Accredited Clinical Coder you will have experience of coding a variety of specialties that occur within an acute NHS organisation. You will have a flexible and adaptable approach to work and strive to create accurate clinically coded data, embracing the national clinical coding standards, rules and conventions, to ensure the Trust data is sufficiently robust.
ACC Qualified Clinical Coders living within the geographical location of the Trust can chose to work on site full time or have the option to adopt a hybrid working approach, working part on site and part remotely.
Main duties of the job
- Analyse and interpret clinical information
- To create accurate clinically coded data in accordance with nationally mandated clinical coding standards
- Translate clinical documentation into an alphanumeric coded format
- To be proficient in navigation of ICD 10 and OPCS classifications
- To work independently, without direct supervision, prioritising the workload accordingly and in accordance with specific department directives
- To attend training and specialty workshops as requested by management to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills.
- To support the department in its commitment to service delivery
- To abide by the Trust mission and values to support the department in its commitment to service delivery.
Please review the job description in its entirety for full but not exhaustive details of the job role.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We care about our patients and our people. We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike. With our emphasis on staff training and development, a staff support scheme that's second to none, and a healthy package of benefits, it's easy to put down roots in East Kent Hospitals.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the job description in its entirety for the main responsibilities associated with the job role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the job description in its entirety for the main responsibilities associated with the job role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE/O level including Maths and English
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
Desirable
- Accredited Clinical Coder status
- Attendance at Speciality Clinical Coding workshops
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritise workload to achieve departmental deadlines
- Receive audit feedback acting upon findings and recommendations accordingly
Desirable
- Current and continuous clinical coding experience of at least 3 years within an Acute NHS establishment
- Knowledge and experience of interpreting and applying the nationally mandated standards, rules and conventions
Personal attributes
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work
- Ability to work independently without direct supervision and as part of a team
- To offer support and guidance to less experienced staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE/O level including Maths and English
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
Desirable
- Accredited Clinical Coder status
- Attendance at Speciality Clinical Coding workshops
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritise workload to achieve departmental deadlines
- Receive audit feedback acting upon findings and recommendations accordingly
Desirable
- Current and continuous clinical coding experience of at least 3 years within an Acute NHS establishment
- Knowledge and experience of interpreting and applying the nationally mandated standards, rules and conventions
Personal attributes
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work
- Ability to work independently without direct supervision and as part of a team
- To offer support and guidance to less experienced staff
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).
