Job summary
Are you currently a clinical coder interested in joining a busy and high performingteam at the University Hospitals of Leicester?This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified clinical coder looking to advance theircareer within the profession. We are looking for an enthusiastic and flexibleindividual who is able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.At UHL we are excited to recruit a high calibre individual to join our clinical codingteam. We have a diversity of specialties across three hospital sites therefore we canoffer a varied role. Remote working is available to the successful candidate andcurrently we offer additional weekend working at an enhanced rate of pay.
Main duties of the job
Clinical coding is a high profile area of work and our team collects data about everyinpatient who visits the Trust, investigating all aspects of their journey. Our role isessential for the effective management of the Trust and directly influenced patientcare.We have an Experienced Approved Clinical Coding Trainer and two Approved ClinicalCoding Auditors in the team, meaning that full audit, validation and training supportis available.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence.
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Managing, organising and prioritising their own workload to ensure work is accurate and complete to meet targets & Trust deadlines.
Identifying and analysing patterns of errors and notifying these to manager, with proposed potential solutions.
Proactively develop key business relationships within the CMGs establishing yourself as the Coding lead/expert to ensure clinical engagement with the divisional stakeholders. Be a specialist advisor and link to the CMGs ensuring that the coder/clinician linkage is effective and attending all necessary business/governance meetings.
Specifically meet with senior clinicians to discuss and resolve complex coding discrepancies ensuring the coded data accurately reflects the patients episode of care, thus ensuring the accurate income for UHL.
Manage and resolve complex enquiries liaising with Senior Clinicians using high level motivational, negotiating communication skills and proving an expert knowledge of the subject.
Provide advice and support to all members of the team, participating in team events and representing the team when required.
For an informal discussion please contact
Elizabeth Holland clinical coding site lead
elizabeth.a.holland@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
07866185942/0116 2588979
Ajo Jose Clinical coding site lead
ajo.jose@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
0116 2588979
Job description
Job responsibilities
Managing, organising and prioritising their own workload to ensure work is accurate and complete to meet targets & Trust deadlines.
Identifying and analysing patterns of errors and notifying these to manager, with proposed potential solutions.
Proactively develop key business relationships within the CMGs establishing yourself as the Coding lead/expert to ensure clinical engagement with the divisional stakeholders. Be a specialist advisor and link to the CMGs ensuring that the coder/clinician linkage is effective and attending all necessary business/governance meetings.
Specifically meet with senior clinicians to discuss and resolve complex coding discrepancies ensuring the coded data accurately reflects the patients episode of care, thus ensuring the accurate income for UHL.
Manage and resolve complex enquiries liaising with Senior Clinicians using high level motivational, negotiating communication skills and proving an expert knowledge of the subject.
Provide advice and support to all members of the team, participating in team events and representing the team when required.
For an informal discussion please contact
Elizabeth Holland clinical coding site lead
elizabeth.a.holland@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
07866185942/0116 2588979
Ajo Jose Clinical coding site lead
ajo.jose@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
0116 2588979
Person Specification
Training
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- 3 Years clinical coding experience within NHS enviroment coding multiple specialites
Desirable
- Familiar with using Encoder
Annalytical and Jundgement skills
Essential
- Ability to use own Judgment to interpret and summerise relevant terminology
Training
Essential
- Completed refresher course in last 3 years
communication /relationship skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonaal skills and ability to communicate with staff at all levels
Commitment to trust values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the trust values and behaviours
Person Specification
Training
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- 3 Years clinical coding experience within NHS enviroment coding multiple specialites
Desirable
- Familiar with using Encoder
Annalytical and Jundgement skills
Essential
- Ability to use own Judgment to interpret and summerise relevant terminology
Training
Essential
- Completed refresher course in last 3 years
communication /relationship skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonaal skills and ability to communicate with staff at all levels
Commitment to trust values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the trust values and behaviours
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
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).
