Job summary Previous applicants need not apply An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic person to join our busy but friendly Clinical Coding Team. The post holder will be the key coding lead for the Divisional Service Team; the post will also involve the day-to-day coding, supervision of the coding team and largely be responsible for assisting the Head of Clinical Coding in developing systems and strategies to improve the overall quality of clinical coding. This will incorporate mentoring, internal auditing and training of clinical coders when required, with a strong component of liaison with clinical staff. Candidates therefore must be Accredited Clinical Coders. You will be part of an established team in promoting Clinical Coding and HRG's to Clinicians, Junior doctors, other health professionals and various levels of clerical staff and ensuring collection of good quality data. Hours per week: 37.5 Main duties of the job Assist the Head of Clinical Coding in the development, implementation and maintenance of a Clinical Coding Strategy, policy and systems to ensure a Clinical Coding service which meets best practice guidance To integrate Clinical Coding within the Trust, by liaising with the division's clinical and operational managers and clinicians to advise on data recording practices to ensure clinical coding accurately reflects care delivered and communicate complex coding rules and standards to ensure accuracy and consistency of information Abstract, analyse, translate and data entry of complex medical patient care records into diagnostic and procedural coding in an accurate and timely manner adhering to the Trust deadlines About us It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve. COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring. Date posted 29 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 209-A-24-6761247 Job locations Macclesfield District General Hospital Victoria Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Education to degree level or equivalent professional experience UK National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ) Certificate. Attendance of Clinical Coding Refresher within the last three years. Clinical Coding Foundation Certification. Attendance of Clinical Coding speciality workshops. Pass mark of 85% for internal specialist clinical coding exam undertaken before appointment to the role. Achievement of level 3 standard at audit (95% accuracy) Desirable NHS Digital approved clinical coding auditor ort trainer qualification or working towards AMSPAR (The Association of Medical Secretaries, Practice Managers, Administrators and Receptionists). Knowledge and Skills Essential Expert understanding of anatomy and physiology and medical terminology Substantial clinical coding experience in an acute NHS Trust post ACC qualification Experience of assigning ICD-10 and OPCS-4 codes in a wide range of specialties Specialist knowledge of clinical coding rules and conventions as set out in the International Classification of Diseases and OPCS classification of operational procedures Logical and analytical ability in order to solve complex operational and coding issues. Comprehensive understanding of Patient Administrative systems and other clinical systems. Good understanding of national and local data definitions and flows Good understanding of the relationship between clinical coding, HRGs and Payment by results in the NHS Impact/influence of Clinical Coding on other areas. e.g. HSMR (Hospital Standardised Mortality Ratio) / SHMI (Summary Hospital-level Mortality Indicator) / RAMI (Risk Adjusted Mortality Indicator) Excellent organisational and time management skills. Awareness of security standards with information. Able to advise and support all staff. Ability to prioritise own workload. Able to maintain high levels of concentration Able to cope with heavy and changing demands. Computer literacy and excellent keyboards skills. Data Protection and Confidentiality Desirable Producing and maintaining procedures/documentation Presentation skills Report Writing Skills Appraisal techniques IT literate - use of standard office applications e.g. MS EXCEL, Word, Power Other Role Requirements Essential Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details Person Specification Qualifications Essential Education to degree level or equivalent professional experience UK National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ) Certificate. Attendance of Clinical Coding Refresher within the last three years. Clinical Coding Foundation Certification. Attendance of Clinical Coding speciality workshops. Pass mark of 85% for internal specialist clinical coding exam undertaken before appointment to the role. Achievement of level 3 standard at audit (95% accuracy) Desirable NHS Digital approved clinical coding auditor ort trainer qualification or working towards AMSPAR (The Association of Medical Secretaries, Practice Managers, Administrators and Receptionists). Knowledge and Skills Essential Expert understanding of anatomy and physiology and medical terminology Substantial clinical coding experience in an acute NHS Trust post ACC qualification Experience of assigning ICD-10 and OPCS-4 codes in a wide range of specialties Specialist knowledge of clinical coding rules and conventions as set out in the International Classification of Diseases and OPCS classification of operational procedures Logical and analytical ability in order to solve complex operational and coding issues. Comprehensive understanding of Patient Administrative systems and other clinical systems. Good understanding of national and local data definitions and flows Good understanding of the relationship between clinical coding, HRGs and Payment by results in the NHS Impact/influence of Clinical Coding on other areas. e.g. HSMR (Hospital Standardised Mortality Ratio) / SHMI (Summary Hospital-level Mortality Indicator) / RAMI (Risk Adjusted Mortality Indicator) Excellent organisational and time management skills. Awareness of security standards with information. Able to advise and support all staff. Ability to prioritise own workload. Able to maintain high levels of concentration Able to cope with heavy and changing demands. Computer literacy and excellent keyboards skills. Data Protection and Confidentiality Desirable Producing and maintaining procedures/documentation Presentation skills Report Writing Skills Appraisal techniques IT literate - use of standard office applications e.g. MS EXCEL, Word, Power Other Role Requirements Essential Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name East Cheshire NHS Trust Address Macclesfield District General Hospital Victoria Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Employer's website https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)