East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
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 choose 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
* Create accurate clinically coded data in accordance with nationally mandated clinical coding standards
* Translate clinical documentation into an alphanumeric coded format
* Be proficient in navigation of ICD 10 and OPCS classifications
* Work independently, without direct supervision, prioritising the workload accordingly and in accordance with specific department directives
* Attend training and specialty workshops as requested by management to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills
* Support the department in its commitment to service delivery
* Abide by the Trust mission and values to support the department in its commitment to service delivery
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.
Job responsibilities
Please review the job description in its entirety for the main responsibilities associated with the job role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Educated to GCSE/O level including Maths and English
* Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
* Accredited Clinical Coder status
* Attendance at Specialty Clinical Coding workshops
* Educated to degree level or equivalent
Skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to prioritise workload to achieve departmental deadlines
* Receive audit feedback acting upon findings and recommendations accordingly
* 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
* Flexible and adaptable approach to work
* Ability to work independently without direct supervision and as part of a team
* 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.
Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata per annum
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