Job summary An excellent opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced clinical coder to join the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. The candidate will join our professional team of clinical coders and will be a key player to produce consistent, accurate, meaningful and comparable data to facilitate managers and clinicians in the monitoring, planning and provision of high quality patient care. The trust is looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills. This role will require you to work to strict departmental deadlines, whilst still paying attention to detail and always maintaining a high level of accuracy. This is a great opportunity for someone who is seeking a challenge and wishes to advance their career. The opportunity to gain a professional clinical coding qualification and career progression is also strongly encouraged and supported by the Trust. The post holder will be required to study for the National Clinical Coding Qualification. This is a full-time position (37.5 hours) based at Barnet Hospital This post attracts 17.5% RRP payment As a team we offer a flexible approach to working. A combination of site based and remote opportunities are available We welcome staff who work from home/agile workers and your commutable distance can be further afield Flexibility with working times and supporting healthy work life balance Main duties of the job Abstract and analyse complex and sensitive clinical information from electronic patient record across a broad range of clinical specialties and translate this into a coded format in line with National Standards using ICD10 and OPCS4 classifications. Have experience in using ICD10 and OPCS classification in an acute hospital setting. Work within deadlines whilst maintaining a high quality of accuracy and completeness of clinical coding. Effectively manage assigned workload. Continue professional education and undertake personal professional development in order to refresh clinical coding skills. Keep up to date on changes to code assignment, coding methodology and local policy amendments to ensure coding reflects the activity of the trust. About us The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ Date posted 18 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £31,081 to £33,665 a year plus 17.5% recruitment and retention premium on basic salary Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working Reference number 391-RFL-7006953 Job locations Barnet Hospital Wellhouse Lane Barnet EN5 3DJ Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the main duties of the role, please review the Job description and Personal specification. Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the main duties of the role, please review the Job description and Personal specification. Person Specification Education & Professional Qualification Essential Trained to National level for Clinical Coding (Clinical Coding Foundation Course) and proficient in National clinical coding rules and conventions Training in Anatomy & Physiology and medical terminology to national coding standards. Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) including qualifications in English and Maths GCSE or equivalent in Human Biology Desirable ECDL or computer proficiency certificate Experience Essential Significant experience as a trained clinical coder To have attended regular clinical coding training courses Desirable Previous background in other associated clerical/secretarial or nursing/paramedic positions Knowledge, skills and aptitudes Essential Knowledge of coding procedures and conventions. High level of knowledge of medical terminology Knowledge of the Data Protection Act and Confidentiality law Analysis skills Strong communication skills Desirable Knowledge of Medicode encoding system Training and mentoring skills Personal Qualities & Attributes Essential Ability to prioritise workload Well organised, self-motivated with an eye for detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve a common goal Able to meet deadlines and targets Adaptable to change and modernisation Others Essential Contribute to professional development by attending internal and external training courses/workshops to maintain coding standards. Person Specification Education & Professional Qualification Essential Trained to National level for Clinical Coding (Clinical Coding Foundation Course) and proficient in National clinical coding rules and conventions Training in Anatomy & Physiology and medical terminology to national coding standards. Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) including qualifications in English and Maths GCSE or equivalent in Human Biology Desirable ECDL or computer proficiency certificate Experience Essential Significant experience as a trained clinical coder To have attended regular clinical coding training courses Desirable Previous background in other associated clerical/secretarial or nursing/paramedic positions Knowledge, skills and aptitudes Essential Knowledge of coding procedures and conventions. High level of knowledge of medical terminology Knowledge of the Data Protection Act and Confidentiality law Analysis skills Strong communication skills Desirable Knowledge of Medicode encoding system Training and mentoring skills Personal Qualities & Attributes Essential Ability to prioritise workload Well organised, self-motivated with an eye for detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve a common goal Able to meet deadlines and targets Adaptable to change and modernisation Others Essential Contribute to professional development by attending internal and external training courses/workshops to maintain coding standards. 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. 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 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. 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). Employer details Employer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Barnet Hospital Wellhouse Lane Barnet EN5 3DJ Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)