Senior Clinical Coder

Job summary

Are you an experienced Clinical Coder ready to take the next step in your career? Join our dynamic and forward-thinking Clinical Coding team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, where your expertise will directly impact patient care, data quality and Trust income.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified and accredited coder to work in a supportive environment that values accuracy, continuous improvement and professional development.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to clinical coding excellence. As a Senior Clinical Coder, you'll be empowered to lead by example, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the strategic goals of the department through:

Autonomous coding of complex specialties,Mentoring and supporting trainee coders,Involvement in clinical engagement,A comprehensive in-house training and audit programmes.

We're looking for a motivated, detail-oriented, and accredited coder who:Holds Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) status,Has a proven track record of coding across a range of specialties,Demonstrates excellent knowledge of national coding standards,Enjoys mentoring others and sharing best practice,Thrives in a collaborative, quality-focused team.

Main duties of the job

Delivers accurate and timely clinical coding to monthly coding deadlines and takes responsibility for the correct translation of clinical information.

Liaises with Trust staff in order to achieve the collection of complete and accurate records data and provides coding advice to Trust Colleagues as needed.

Uses judgement and experience to critically analyse the range of complex clinical information required to assign diagnostic and procedural codes in accordance with National Standards and local policies.

Keeps up to date with the coding manuals to ensure that all changes are implemented from the appropriate date and included in the OPCS and ICD classifications to support the most accurate financial information for the Trust.

Maintains own professional skills and knowledge as required to retain Qualified Coder status and is able to switch between specialties as necessary to support the needs of the Department.

Provides guidance and support for Trainee Coders, deputises for the Clinical Coder Team Leader and provides cover for absence where needed.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.