Clinical Coder

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

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Job summary

We are looking for a Clinical Coder who is keen to join our busy team. The successful candidate will have prior experience and possess a very good understanding of clinical coding practices, an ability to adapt to change, have a keen eye for detail, and a proven ability to manage their own workload. They would need to be confident in working with multiple computer systems, with experience of MS Excel. Be able to work alone as well as part of team.

Main duties of the job

Code all primary and secondary diagnoses, procedures on all NHS operation episodes of care to the units and input these codes using the systems available whilst ensuring that the clinical coding workload is kept to a maintainable level using the four-step coding process with ICD-10 & OPCS codes. Play an active part within the hospital teams influencing and persuading operational practices to achieve the overall aim of improving quality of clinical information. Work within and maintain up to date knowledge of all coding standards published by NHS Digital TCDS. (Classifications Service)

About us

Ramsay Health Care was established in 1964 and has grown to become a global hospital group operating over 100 hospitals and day surgery facilities across Australia, the United Kingdom, Indonesia and France. Ramsay Health Care is well-respected in the health care industry for operating quality private hospitals and for its excellent record in hospital management and patient care. These features help to attract leading health care practitioners to work in our facilities. Ramsay Health Care UK is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England, with a network of 33 acute hospitals. These provide a wide and comprehensive range of specialised and efficient clinical specialties from orthopaedics and general surgery, to cardiac surgery and Eye Surgery. Recognised by all major medical insurers, Ramsay offers fast, convenient, effective and high quality treatment for all patients, whether medically insured, self-pay, or from the increasing number referred by the NHS.

Date posted

16 June 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24 to £26 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JR2903

Job locations

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8XF


Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Coder Woodland Hospital | Permanent | Full Time 37.5 Hours | Competitive | On location Office based The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen at Woodland Hospital as we continue to expand with a new Day Case Hospital - Glendon Wood. We are looking for a Clinical Coder who is keen to join our busy team. The successful candidate will have prior experience and possess a very good understanding of clinical coding practices, an ability to adapt to change, have a keen eye for detail, and a proven ability to manage their own workload. They would need to be confident in working with multiple computer systems, with experience of MS Excel. Be able to work alone as well as part of team. Key responsibilities include:

  • Code all primary and secondary diagnoses, procedures on all NHS operation episodes of care to the units and input these codes using the systems available whilst ensuring that the clinical coding workload is kept to a maintainable level using the four-step coding process with ICD-10 & OPCS codes.
  • Play an active part within the hospital teams influencing and persuading operational practices to achieve the overall aim of improving quality of clinical information.
  • Work within and maintain up to date knowledge of all coding standards published by NHS Digital TCDS. (Classifications Service)
  • To keep up to date with the latest developments in coding by attending regular specialist workshops and refresher courses, and through training and experience, have an extensive working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
  • Take responsibility for completing own workload within the agreed Ramsay site coding targets in order to achieve the required monthly coding deadlines.
  • To provide specialist coding advice to clinicians and information staff on request.
  • To manage and maintain the effectiveness of, and to identify possible improvements in, the Clinical Coding procedures and protocols within Ramsay Healthcare.
  • Ensure all activity is invoiced according to targets and contractual requirements.
  • Completing electronic and/or manual data entry in an accurate and timely manner to agreed standards.
    • The successful candidate will also have:
  • Have a good knowledge of medical terminology
  • Have previous experience in Clinical Coding within a healthcare environment, and will be confident in the use of various software packages including word and excel
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent organisation and customer care skills
  • Be able to work to specific deadlines within a very busy team.
  • Ideally having already attended the National Clinical Coding Standards Foundation Course and met the required National Standards level
  • Previous experience with Maxims and SAP I-SH desired
  • The ability to support patients with their enquiries
  • Role subject to entry coding exam
    • In return we offer: * Competitive salary depending on experience, Plus Enhancements * 33 days annual leave inc bank holidays which increase with service (pro rata) * Private Healthcare * Contributory Pension Scheme * Life Assurance * Excellent Training and Development Opportunities * Subsidised Staff Restaurant * Free Off Site Parking About Us The Woodland hospital in Kettering has four theatres operating 6 days a week, covering a diverse range of elective services including Orthopaedic, Spinal, Pain, General surgery, Weight loss Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Urology, Gynaecology, ENT and Ophthalmology. We have a 23 bedded inpatient ward and 19 Day case Rooms /Bays. We also have a pharmacy and physiotherapy unit and radiology services at the hospital. All offers of employment in respect of this appointment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Committed to quality, equality and opportunity for all We reserve the right to close this advert down early if we receive a high number of applications.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Clinical Coder Woodland Hospital | Permanent | Full Time 37.5 Hours | Competitive | On location Office based The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen at Woodland Hospital as we continue to expand with a new Day Case Hospital - Glendon Wood. We are looking for a Clinical Coder who is keen to join our busy team. The successful candidate will have prior experience and possess a very good understanding of clinical coding practices, an ability to adapt to change, have a keen eye for detail, and a proven ability to manage their own workload. They would need to be confident in working with multiple computer systems, with experience of MS Excel. Be able to work alone as well as part of team. Key responsibilities include:

  • Code all primary and secondary diagnoses, procedures on all NHS operation episodes of care to the units and input these codes using the systems available whilst ensuring that the clinical coding workload is kept to a maintainable level using the four-step coding process with ICD-10 & OPCS codes.
  • Play an active part within the hospital teams influencing and persuading operational practices to achieve the overall aim of improving quality of clinical information.
  • Work within and maintain up to date knowledge of all coding standards published by NHS Digital TCDS. (Classifications Service)
  • To keep up to date with the latest developments in coding by attending regular specialist workshops and refresher courses, and through training and experience, have an extensive working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
  • Take responsibility for completing own workload within the agreed Ramsay site coding targets in order to achieve the required monthly coding deadlines.
  • To provide specialist coding advice to clinicians and information staff on request.
  • To manage and maintain the effectiveness of, and to identify possible improvements in, the Clinical Coding procedures and protocols within Ramsay Healthcare.
  • Ensure all activity is invoiced according to targets and contractual requirements.
  • Completing electronic and/or manual data entry in an accurate and timely manner to agreed standards.
    • The successful candidate will also have:
  • Have a good knowledge of medical terminology
  • Have previous experience in Clinical Coding within a healthcare environment, and will be confident in the use of various software packages including word and excel
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent organisation and customer care skills
  • Be able to work to specific deadlines within a very busy team.
  • Ideally having already attended the National Clinical Coding Standards Foundation Course and met the required National Standards level
  • Previous experience with Maxims and SAP I-SH desired
  • The ability to support patients with their enquiries
  • Role subject to entry coding exam
    • In return we offer: * Competitive salary depending on experience, Plus Enhancements * 33 days annual leave inc bank holidays which increase with service (pro rata) * Private Healthcare * Contributory Pension Scheme * Life Assurance * Excellent Training and Development Opportunities * Subsidised Staff Restaurant * Free Off Site Parking About Us The Woodland hospital in Kettering has four theatres operating 6 days a week, covering a diverse range of elective services including Orthopaedic, Spinal, Pain, General surgery, Weight loss Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Urology, Gynaecology, ENT and Ophthalmology. We have a 23 bedded inpatient ward and 19 Day case Rooms /Bays. We also have a pharmacy and physiotherapy unit and radiology services at the hospital. All offers of employment in respect of this appointment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Committed to quality, equality and opportunity for all We reserve the right to close this advert down early if we receive a high number of applications.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Desirable

    • none

    Experience

    Desirable

    • Have a good knowledge of medical terminology
    • Have previous experience in Clinical Coding within a healthcare environment, and will be confident in the use of various software packages including word and excel
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Excellent organisation and customer care skills
    • Be able to work to specific deadlines within a very busy team.
    • Ideally having already attended the National Clinical Coding Standards Foundation Course and met the required National Standards level
    • Previous experience with Maxims and SAP I-SH desired
    • The ability to support patients with their enquiries
    • Role subject to entry coding exam
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Desirable

    • none

    Experience

    Desirable

    • Have a good knowledge of medical terminology
    • Have previous experience in Clinical Coding within a healthcare environment, and will be confident in the use of various software packages including word and excel
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Excellent organisation and customer care skills
    • Be able to work to specific deadlines within a very busy team.
    • Ideally having already attended the National Clinical Coding Standards Foundation Course and met the required National Standards level
    • Previous experience with Maxims and SAP I-SH desired
    • The ability to support patients with their enquiries
    • Role subject to entry coding exam

    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.

    UK Registration

    Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

    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.

    UK Registration

    Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

    Address

    Rothwell Road

    Kettering

    NN16 8XF


    Employer's website

    https://www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

    Address

    Rothwell Road

    Kettering

    NN16 8XF


    Employer's website

    https://www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Talent Acquisition Specialist

    Kam Horsup

    kam.horsup@ramsayhealth.co.uk

    02078472850

    Date posted

    16 June 2023

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £24 to £26 a year

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    JR2903

    Job locations

    Rothwell Road

    Kettering

    NN16 8XF


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