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Information Assistant (Clinical Coding), Wishaw
Client: NHS Lanarkshire
Location: Wishaw, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 633803b941c7
Job Views: 7
Posted: 22.02.2025
Expiry Date: 08.04.2025
Job Description:
The Role
The Information Assistant within Clinical Coding will provide support to the Clinical Coding manager by compiling staff worklists and generating coding reports for distribution to acute sites management teams. You will be responsible for training new staff and ongoing support of current clinical coders and you will also be expected to contribute toward achieving a 95% target.
You will have knowledge of patient journey (ADT) and interaction with other specialties. It is expected you will also possess a good understanding of OPCS4 and ICD10 classifications, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, as this will be used regularly within the role.
What we'll need you to bring
* Educated to HNC level, with a high numerical and statistical content and further skills gained through a mixture of experience and internal formal training.
* Experience working in an information/statistics environment; prior NHS experience is an advantage.
* A specialist knowledge and experience of the application of NHS data definitions, information standards, and policies is required.
* Effective communication skills are required to present, advise on analyses and implications, and provide instruction and guidance on procedures and standards.
* An ability to identify and resolve straightforward technical and organizational obstacles to the information production process is required.
* Planning and organizing of your own workload is required to manage requirements of mandatory routine with non-routine requests and participation in short-term and ongoing internal and external working groups.
It would be great if you also have
* Knowledge of Patient Management System.
* Understanding of health record protocols on confidentiality and data protection.
* Interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
* Computer literate with accurate keyboard skills for data entry.
* Ability to plan and prioritize workload to ensure targets are met.
* Experience in multi-tasking working as part of a team and on your own initiative.
* Flexibility.
Contract type: Permanent
Full time: 37 hours
Location and Working Pattern:
This role will be based in Clinical Coding within University Hospital Wishaw. The working pattern for this role is Monday to Friday between the hours of 08:00-18:00; however, flexible working hours are available with a blended approach to working from the office and WFH.
Looking to find out more?
If you’re looking to find out more, then we would love to hear from you!
Why NHS Lanarkshire?
Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career. Some of NHS Lanarkshire’s benefits include:
* A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of service.
* A minimum of 8 days of public holidays.
* Membership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits.
* Paid sick leave increasing with length of service.
* Occupational health services.
* Employee counselling services.
* Work-life Balance policies and procedures.
Further Information:
For more information on the role, please refer to the Job Description. If you’re looking for more information on the recruitment process, organization, or the services we provide, please refer to our information pack.
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