Job summary
We are currently looking to recruit a Clinical Coding Specialty Lead (ACC) to join our centralised Clinical Coding Team, committed to providing accurate and timely coded data, for use by the Trust and secondary users. As a key member of the department you will be responsible for ensuring high standards of coding accuracy, efficiency and compliance with national guidelines. This is a fixed term, 22.5 hours per week fixed term contract, hybrid clinical coding role.
The clinical coding department of Royal Berkshire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is responsible for determining the clinical coding of around 12,000 episodes of care per month. The Trust provides a full range of hospital specialties, supplemented by a significant number of regional and national specialist services.
The trust has a fully electronic medical record (Cerner EPR) and all clinical coding is undertaken from electronic source documentation.
The NCCQ (National Clinical Coding Qualification) is preferred and considered essential to apply for this post; however, we are open to considering applicants who have relevant experience but do not hold the qualification.
Candidates will be required to take and pass a 2 hour practical clinical coding assessment should they reach the second stage of the interview process.
Main duties of the job
Hold the NCCQ (National Clinical Coding Qualification) anddemonstrate extensive expert knowledge of complex clinical codingacross all specialitieso Have extensive experience in all aspects of clinical coding practiceo Conduct clinical coding across all specialities in accordance with alllocal and national policies, conventions and guidelineso Conduct clinical engagement in conjunction with senior clinicians,service leads and other trust staffo Become a subject matter expert for their given clinical speciality andact as first point of contact for coding queries for that speciality for thecoding departmento Liaise with clinicians regarding the quality of, and interpretation ofcomplex clinical documents via the electronic clinical recordo Validate complex clinical and coded data with senior clinicians inorder to ensure accurate PbR reimbursement for the trust and robustdata qualityo Attend regular clinical governance and clinical validation meetingswith appropriate clinicians
About us
Diversity is what makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Internally the post holder will develop effective working relationships with:Head of Clinical Coding ServicesClinical Coding Service ManagersClinical Coding Team LeadersAll members of the Clinical Coding teamConsultants and other clinical & non staff
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:Management and Support of the Clinical Coding Department:Line Management: Lead and manage clinical coding staff within the department, ensuring efficient operation and delivery of strategic objectives.Training and Development: Assist in developing and implementing training programs to improve the quality and accuracy of clinical coding.Audits and Quality Assurance: Participate in conducting internal and external audits, performing quality checks on clinical coding data.Clinical Coding: Code clinical data to a high standard and work closely with consultants and clinicians to resolve coding-related issues.Appraisals: Conduct staff appraisals in line with the Trusts appraisal system, providing feedback and guidance for professional development.Staff Relations and Discipline: Maintain positive staff relations and discipline within the department, following Trust policies and procedures.Leave and Sickness Management: Oversee and maintain records of annual leave and sickness for clinical coding staff, as requested by the Head of Department.
Clinical Coding Speciality LeadsFinancial and Physical Resources:Time Sheet Authorisation: Authorise agency staff time sheets when required.Resource Accountability: Take responsibility for equipment and resources within the department, reporting any issues to the Head of Department.Stationery and Supplies: Manage office supplies and stationery, using appropriate budget codes and adhering to Trust policies.Training Budget: Hold and manage the delegated budget for clinical coding training as required by the Head of Clinical Coding.
Meeting Deadlines for Clinical Coding:Staff Coverage: Ensure efficient processes and manage workloads to maintain staff coverage across the Trust, ensuring local, national, and contractual deadlines for clinical coding are met.Performance Reporting: Regularly update management on the performance and status of uncoded cases, providing proactive solutions.IT Issues Management: Manage IT issues and downtime procedures to resolve them within set deadlines, escalating to management as needed.Knowledge of National Policies: Stay informed on national policy changes, particularly those affecting Secondary User Services (SUS) deadlines.
Enhancing Accuracy and Engagement:Audit Assurance: Support the Audit Assurance Program, ensuring deadlines are met and reports are ready for sign-off and distribution.Clinician Engagement: Facilitate a programme for clinicians to validate data, ensuring compliance with national clinical coding standards.Quality Checks: Perform routine quality checks and reviews to ensure high-quality clinical coding and resolve any issues identified.Collaboration: Engage with clinicians and other departments (e.g., IT and Finance) to improve coding processes and resolve issues.Process Improvement: Promote a cohesive team environment, encouraging innovation and service improvement within the clinical coding function.
Policy and Service Development:Policy Implementation: Implement national clinical coding policies and develop Trust-specific policies.Complex Query Resolution: Resolve complicated coding queries in collaboration with clinicians and coders, understanding the impact on Trust data and finances.Standards Update: Ensure updates to UK National Clinical Coding Standards are interpreted and implemented correctly.Policy Manual Maintenance: Help maintain the Clinical Coding Policy and Procedures manual, ensuring version control.Standards Register: Establish and maintain a Trust-wide clinical coding standards register to ensure consistency in coding decisions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Internally the post holder will develop effective working relationships with:Head of Clinical Coding ServicesClinical Coding Service ManagersClinical Coding Team LeadersAll members of the Clinical Coding teamConsultants and other clinical & non staff
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:Management and Support of the Clinical Coding Department:Line Management: Lead and manage clinical coding staff within the department, ensuring efficient operation and delivery of strategic objectives.Training and Development: Assist in developing and implementing training programs to improve the quality and accuracy of clinical coding.Audits and Quality Assurance: Participate in conducting internal and external audits, performing quality checks on clinical coding data.Clinical Coding: Code clinical data to a high standard and work closely with consultants and clinicians to resolve coding-related issues.Appraisals: Conduct staff appraisals in line with the Trusts appraisal system, providing feedback and guidance for professional development.Staff Relations and Discipline: Maintain positive staff relations and discipline within the department, following Trust policies and procedures.Leave and Sickness Management: Oversee and maintain records of annual leave and sickness for clinical coding staff, as requested by the Head of Department.
Clinical Coding Speciality LeadsFinancial and Physical Resources:Time Sheet Authorisation: Authorise agency staff time sheets when required.Resource Accountability: Take responsibility for equipment and resources within the department, reporting any issues to the Head of Department.Stationery and Supplies: Manage office supplies and stationery, using appropriate budget codes and adhering to Trust policies.Training Budget: Hold and manage the delegated budget for clinical coding training as required by the Head of Clinical Coding.
Meeting Deadlines for Clinical Coding:Staff Coverage: Ensure efficient processes and manage workloads to maintain staff coverage across the Trust, ensuring local, national, and contractual deadlines for clinical coding are met.Performance Reporting: Regularly update management on the performance and status of uncoded cases, providing proactive solutions.IT Issues Management: Manage IT issues and downtime procedures to resolve them within set deadlines, escalating to management as needed.Knowledge of National Policies: Stay informed on national policy changes, particularly those affecting Secondary User Services (SUS) deadlines.
Enhancing Accuracy and Engagement:Audit Assurance: Support the Audit Assurance Program, ensuring deadlines are met and reports are ready for sign-off and distribution.Clinician Engagement: Facilitate a programme for clinicians to validate data, ensuring compliance with national clinical coding standards.Quality Checks: Perform routine quality checks and reviews to ensure high-quality clinical coding and resolve any issues identified.Collaboration: Engage with clinicians and other departments (e.g., IT and Finance) to improve coding processes and resolve issues.Process Improvement: Promote a cohesive team environment, encouraging innovation and service improvement within the clinical coding function.
Policy and Service Development:Policy Implementation: Implement national clinical coding policies and develop Trust-specific policies.Complex Query Resolution: Resolve complicated coding queries in collaboration with clinicians and coders, understanding the impact on Trust data and finances.Standards Update: Ensure updates to UK National Clinical Coding Standards are interpreted and implemented correctly.Policy Manual Maintenance: Help maintain the Clinical Coding Policy and Procedures manual, ensuring version control.Standards Register: Establish and maintain a Trust-wide clinical coding standards register to ensure consistency in coding decisions.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
Desirable
- Knowledge of HRG and Coding Data submissions
Essential
Essential
- 5 years of coding experience
Desirable
Essential
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomical and physiological terms
Desirable
- Knowledge of Cerner Millenium and Medicode
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
Desirable
- Knowledge of HRG and Coding Data submissions
Essential
Essential
- 5 years of coding experience
Desirable
Essential
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomical and physiological terms
Desirable
- Knowledge of Cerner Millenium and Medicode
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
