We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for Clinical Coding to join our team.
As an Accredited Clinical Coder you will have experience of coding a variety of specialties that occur within an acute NHS organisation. You will have a flexible and adaptable approach to work and strive to create accurate clinically coded data, embracing the national clinical coding standards, rules and conventions, to ensure the Trust data is sufficiently robust.
ACC Qualified Clinical Coders living within the geographical location of the Trust can choose to work on site full time or have the option to adopt a hybrid working approach, working part on site and part remotely.
Main duties of the job
* Analyse and interpret clinical information
* Create accurate clinically coded data in accordance with nationally mandated clinical coding standards
* Translate clinical documentation into an alphanumeric coded format
* Be proficient in navigation of ICD 10 and OPCS classifications
* Work independently, without direct supervision, prioritising the workload accordingly and in accordance with specific department directives
* Attend training and specialty workshops as requested by management to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills.
* Support the department in its commitment to service delivery
* Abide by the Trust mission and values to support the department in its commitment to service delivery.
Working for our organisation
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We care about our patients and our people. We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike. With our emphasis on staff training and development, a staff support scheme that’s second to none, and a healthy package of benefits, it’s easy to put down roots in East Kent Hospitals.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Educated to GCSE/O level including Maths and English
* Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
* Accredited Clinical Coder status
* Attendance at Speciality Clinical Coding workshops
* Educated to degree level or equivalent
Skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to prioritise workload to achieve departmental deadlines
* Receive audit feedback acting upon findings and recommendations accordingly
* Current and continuous clinical coding experience of at least 3 years within an Acute NHS establishment
* Knowledge and experience of interpreting and applying the nationally mandated standards, rules and conventions
Personal attributes
* Flexible and adaptable approach to work
* Ability to work independently without direct supervision and as part of a team
* To offer support and guidance to less experienced staff
We’ll close this job advert once we’ve received sufficient applications which may be before the closing date so please apply as soon as possible. We only accept online applications. If you have any difficulty with this please contact our Resourcing Team on 01227 866450 who are happy to help.
The Trust is committed to supporting flexible working to fulfil our pledge as part of The Trust’s People Strategy to help staff to achieve a healthy work/life balance. Please speak with your Recruiting Manager for further information on how this can be managed alongside department expectations and requirements.
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