Job summary
Previous applicants need not apply
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate Clinical Coding Trainer to join our clinical coding teams at Stockport and Tameside.
Having recently undergone a restructure within the teams, we have identified a need for a Trainer to work with our Clinical Coding Training Manager to provide, devise and deliver a comprehensive plan of training for our two teams of coders.
There will be a particular focus on the NCCQ, and supporting our trainees through the revision pathway to ensure that they have the skills and confidence to be successful.
We welcome innovation, challenge and new ideas, as we plan to grow and develop our services, with increasing collaboration between the two trusts.
If this sounds like you, please don't hesitate to apply!
All applicants must hold Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) status and have significant number of years post qualification experience of working in a clinical coding department.
For current NHS England Approved Clinical Coding Trainers - applicants with this certification will commence as a Band 6.
If you are not NHS England qualified, you will be recruited into the post on Band 5 AFC with an upgrade to Band 6 upon successfully obtaining NHS England Approved Clinical Coding Trainer Status.
Main duties of the job
Support the Clinical Coding Training Manager with the management and delivery of effective and comprehensive clinical coding training programmes for all clinical coding staff across Stockport NHS FT and Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care FT.
Assist the Clinical Coding Management in identifying the training needs of clinical coders to maximise data quality, increase competency and implement improvement plans.
Manage the Trainee Clinical Coders and undertake line managerial tasks relating to this role.
Assist the Clinical Coding Training Manager with the creation and review of all SOPs and plans relating to training within the team.
Identify to the clinical coding management team any audit needs arising as a result of clinical coding staff training.
To continue to improve the quality of coded data through delivery of coding awareness sessions to staff groups throughout the organisation; this will require a sound knowledge of HRG tariffs and Mortality indices.
To update personal copies of classifications and instruction manuals to reflect changes in national standards when notified by NHS England.
Provide appropriate clinical coder cover when required, in order to achieve coding deadlines.
Deputise for the Clinical Coding Training Manager, as required, in periods of absence.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details, requirements and responsibilities of this role.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details, requirements and responsibilities of this role.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to A level or equivalent relevant experience.
- National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ) - Accredited Clinical Coder Status (ACC).
- NHS England Approved TCDS Clinical Coding Trainer Qualification.
- Continued professional development, including Clinical Coding Refresher course (within last 3 years) and up-to-date TAP.
Desirable
- Certificate in Anatomy and Physiology.
- AMSPAR Medical Terminology qualification or equivalent.
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth knowledge of ICD-10 and OPCS-4 coding.
- Understanding of data quality, Caldicott and risk management.
- Knowledge of EPR systems.
- Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
- Understanding of National Tariff Payment System (NTPS) and Healthcare Resource Groups (HRGs).
- Understanding how coded data is used in mortality models i.e. Hospital Standardised Mortality Ratio (HSMR) and SHMI.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in delivering Clinical Coding training.
- Attended Clinical Coding Trainer Refresher Course, maintain Clinical Coding Trainer logbooks and attended annual Clinical Coding Trainer Forums.
- Experience of coding and training across a wide range of specialties.
- Experience of developing bespoke training packages.
- Experience of mentoring coding staff.
- Experience of working with clinicians and senior managers, specifically around clinical engagement and education.
Desirable
- Experience of using Patient Administration Systems (PAS).
- Experience of supervising a team.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to abstract and analyse complex data from patient clinical records.
- Able to work logically and methodically.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with ability to organise own workload to meet deadlines.
- Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team.
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Office, such as Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
- Ability to prioritise and cope with pressure.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to A level or equivalent relevant experience.
- National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ) - Accredited Clinical Coder Status (ACC).
- NHS England Approved TCDS Clinical Coding Trainer Qualification.
- Continued professional development, including Clinical Coding Refresher course (within last 3 years) and up-to-date TAP.
Desirable
- Certificate in Anatomy and Physiology.
- AMSPAR Medical Terminology qualification or equivalent.
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth knowledge of ICD-10 and OPCS-4 coding.
- Understanding of data quality, Caldicott and risk management.
- Knowledge of EPR systems.
- Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
- Understanding of National Tariff Payment System (NTPS) and Healthcare Resource Groups (HRGs).
- Understanding how coded data is used in mortality models i.e. Hospital Standardised Mortality Ratio (HSMR) and SHMI.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in delivering Clinical Coding training.
- Attended Clinical Coding Trainer Refresher Course, maintain Clinical Coding Trainer logbooks and attended annual Clinical Coding Trainer Forums.
- Experience of coding and training across a wide range of specialties.
- Experience of developing bespoke training packages.
- Experience of mentoring coding staff.
- Experience of working with clinicians and senior managers, specifically around clinical engagement and education.
Desirable
- Experience of using Patient Administration Systems (PAS).
- Experience of supervising a team.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to abstract and analyse complex data from patient clinical records.
- Able to work logically and methodically.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with ability to organise own workload to meet deadlines.
- Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team.
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Office, such as Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
- Ability to prioritise and cope with pressure.
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).
