Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the biggest trusts in the country, following the merger of Mid Essex, Basildon and Southend hospitals in April 2020.
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Main area: Administration Services
Grade: Band 5
Contract: Permanent (Will include R&R payment of additional £5000 per annum)
Hours:
* Full time
* Part time
* Flexible working
37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 390-COR-SOU-0370-A
Site: MSE
Town: Chelmsford
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part-Time)
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 25/02/2025 23:59
Job overview
Due to recent investment in the Clinical Coding team at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, we are excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Clinical Coder to join our team. We can offer on-site, hybrid, or remote opportunities for the right candidates.
We are looking for committed and enthusiastic Clinical Coders.
In return, we offer incredibly flexible working hours, with an inclusive and supportive culture where the management team is committed to supporting the wellbeing of our team members.
Flexible working patterns can be varied to suit individual personal commitments, and to support a healthy work/life balance.
The department also offers comprehensive training and development for all coders. You will be supported by our team of experienced trainers to help develop your existing skills and learn new ones.
Main duties of the job
Applicants are required to:
* Possess the National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ) UK or be willing to work towards it at some point in the future.
* Have experience of using ICD-10 and OPCS-4.9 classifications in an acute hospital setting.
* Be experienced in clinical coding for a wide range of specialties.
* Have extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
* Be willing to work as part of a team to meet tight deadlines.
Working for our organisation
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists, we want to be the best. To achieve this, we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook – if you are dynamic, forward-thinking, and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This is a Senior Clinical Coder post at Band 5; consideration will be given to non-accredited coders – subject to assessment. Non-ACC may be offered a post at Band 4 with automatic upgrade to Band 5 upon achieving accreditation.
Please see attached a full job description setting out the details of the role and responsibilities.
If you like the challenge of working in a fast-paced and exciting environment, where we look after and value you, then you may be the person to join our team and we look forward to receiving your application.
Person specification
Experience
* Coding experience in an acute NHS Trust.
* Coding experience across all specialties.
Qualifications
* Has passed the NCCQ.
Please be aware as per the new Immigration guidelines we cannot sponsor candidates with a salary (full time or pro Rata) under the current minimum threshold.
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Name: Karen Welham
Job title: Clinical Coding Operational Manager
Email address: karen.welham1@nhs.net
Telephone number: 0300 443 7831
Please feel free to get in touch for any further information.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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