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Main area Clinical Coding Management Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent: Onsite working - in a supervisory position this is essential
* Full time
* Flexible working
* Home or remote working
* Compressed hours
37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday.) Job ref 279-6826636-DEC24
Employer University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Site Royal Sussex County Hospital
Town Brighton
Salary £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata
Salary period Yearly
Closing 13/01/2025 23:59
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented, and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Band 6 Clinical Coding Auditors and one Band 6 Clinical Coding Trainer.
The candidate should be Accredited Clinical Coders and NHS Approved Clinical Coding Auditors or Trainers or to fill all the necessary criteria to enrol on the NHS England Clinical Coding Auditor or Trainer Programme.
One Auditor must be based At The Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath or the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton with the other based at St Richard's Hospital in Chichester or Worthing Hospital. They will be expected to work across sites as required to deliver audits or training.
We are looking to recruit three experienced individuals for the above positions that will form part of the Clinical Coding department strategic plan. You must have the ability to lead by example and motivate others through a positive, open attitude. Auditing and training require excellent communication skills with a calm, patient approach. The candidates should have proven coaching skills and a professional attitude. Exceptional organisational skills are needed to navigate a busy department under times of pressure.
Main duties of the job
Applicants must already hold ACC status as an essential prerequisite for enrolment on the NHS Approved Clinical Coding Auditor Programme or NHS Approved Clinical Coding Trainer Programme as a Clinical Coder with a proven audit accuracy and productivity record.
You will be responsible for creating a plan to improve coding accuracy and depth through a regular program of audit and training. You will liaise with clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure documentation is provided to the department in a timely manner.
You will help to optimise the income derived from outpatient coding through a program of clinical outcome reviews and clinician engagement.
You will have proven communications skills to disseminate information to the team and promote a positive culture of continuing professional development, productivity, accuracy, and excellence.
You will assist with clinical engagement to aid continuous coding improvement and act as a role model and leader within the department. You will represent Clinical Coding to the wider Trust to a high standard.
Person specification
* Ten years or more as a Clinical Coder or Accredited Clinical Coder status
* Up to date Refresher Course certificate
* Experience in achieving tight deadlines
* Experience in communicating with clinicians at all levels
* Calm, professional manner in stressful situations
* Experience in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint
* Experience in mentoring more junior Clinical Coders
Important information for applicants
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
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