Good Morning
I am currently representing Epsom & St Helier University Hospital who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months ongoing with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience
We are looking for a Clinical Coder this role will be: SM5 1AA
The right candidate will:
The purpose of clinical coding is to ensure that all Inpatient/Day case activity carried out by the Trust is captured in a nationally recognised format of ICD 10 and OPCS 4.8. In this way all activity is recorded for financial accountability. Other healthcare information and epidemiology can also be extracted, measured and monitored in order to inform service planning and development, with the ultimate aim of improving the health and healthcare of the users of the Trust’s services.
* To ensure that all national and local standards are met in terms of accuracy and timely production of clinically coded data
* To be proactive in the identification and resolution of data quality problems which effect the clinical coding function
* To continuously review working methods to identify, recommend, develop and implement new process to improve the effectiveness and quality of coding
* To work with clinicians and managers to resolve issues with the coding process
* To ensure that processes and opportunities are in place for coders to routinely meet with clinicians to validate coding.
* To collect, parse and code clinical information relating to all patient admissions to the Trust
* To maintain a central training record and ensure that individual team members keep a personal portfolio of evidence to support their continuing professional development record in line with national standards
We require the following:
• They must have hospital coding experience
• We do not require the ACC qualification, but it would be a bonus!
To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)
If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.
IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.
Look forward to speaking with you soon