Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a clinical coding assistant to join our team at Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust based at Britannia Park.
You will be part of an enthusiastic, multi-skilled team providing high quality support to the Clinical Coding service at Southend.
You must hold excellent communication skills, be proficient in Microsoft programmes and have the ability to undertake a large range of varied tasks.
Main Duties of the Job
You will be responsible for providing general assistance to the Clinical Coding Team by collecting medical records following patient discharge, tracking paper case notes, locating and collating missing source material such as missing case notes, paperwork and histology reports, and answering telephones and dealing with general enquiries.
About Us
With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities. Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
Date Posted
31 January 2025
Pay Scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£23,615 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working Pattern
Full-time
Reference Number
390-COR-BR-0398
Job Locations
Britannia Park, Comet Way, Southend, SS2 6GD
Responsibilities
If you like the challenge of working in a fast pace and exciting environment, where we look after and value you, then you may be the person to join our team. We look forward to receiving your application!
Person Specification
Education/Experience Essential
* 5 GCSE's/ NVQ L2
* Previous NHS experience
* Previous administration experience
Communication Essential
* Good written communication
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Employer Details
Employer Name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer's Website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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