Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Head of Clinical Coding Operations

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Job summary

In conjunction with the Director of Clinical Coding and the Head of Coding Assurance, the post holder ensures that the service has a coherent Service User centered vision for the service, considering commissioning intentions and Trust strategic objectives.

We are looking for someone who focuses on people and team development, think outside the box, dare to challenge status quo; who can provide inclusive leadership and direction.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for ensuring the clinical coding data meets National Tariff Payment System (NTPS) requirements and supports Annual Business Plans, Clinical and Operational Efficiency, and Organizational Governance.
To represent the Trust at National/Local clinical coding forums as the organisation subject matter expert for clinical coding across all specialty groups.
To use streamlined processes for the analysis, validation and interpretation of highly complex coded data and be responsible for ensuring that regular audits are undertaken in accordance with the National Audit Framework. In turn identifying and correcting any coding errors, checking data completeness, and reviewing the quality of the information provided to coders.
To be responsible for the continual professional development and overall performance of all coding operations team staff in the Clinical Coding Department.
To play a major role in the continuous development of the Trust as the Head of operations and as a member of quality improvement project groups.

About us

Our team is comprised of skilled and dedicated professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality work within demanding time frames. We work closely with clinicians, medical secretaries, and digital health professionals to ensure that all relevant information is captured and coded accurately.

Date posted

17 March 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8c

Salary

£82,462 to £93,773 a year per annum inc H.C.A.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

196-SMT1696

Job locations

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust

75-79 York Road

London

SE1 7NJ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached JD and PS for full duties and responsibilities.

Key areas of responsibilities are:

Strategic Planning
Clinical Coding Oversight and Development
Leadership and People Management
Policy Development

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached JD and PS for full duties and responsibilities.

Key areas of responsibilities are:

Strategic Planning
Clinical Coding Oversight and Development
Leadership and People Management
Policy Development

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Education

Essential

Academic achievement to Master level or equivalent through work experience.
Management experience to Master level and management qualification.
National Clinical Coding Accrediation - ACC

Desirable

Good SQL practical skills on large data warehouse

Previous experience

Essential

Proven ability to deliver at a senior level including staff management, change management and performance management.
In depth knowledge of NHS planning, costing and tariff guidance
Ability to work at a strategic level and develop strategic processes.
Budget management

Skills/Knowledge/ Ability

Essential

Indepth working knowledge on NHS data standards, terminology and its impact on NHS digital landscape
First rate interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
The ability to drive optimal resource utilisation, productivity, and efficiencies
Ability in having an engaging and thought-provoking conversations with clinicians, divisions, hospital management.
Excellent leadership skills and ability to empower others in front line decision making.

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Education

Essential

Academic achievement to Master level or equivalent through work experience.
Management experience to Master level and management qualification.
National Clinical Coding Accrediation - ACC

Desirable

Good SQL practical skills on large data warehouse

Previous experience

Essential

Proven ability to deliver at a senior level including staff management, change management and performance management.
In depth knowledge of NHS planning, costing and tariff guidance
Ability to work at a strategic level and develop strategic processes.
Budget management

Skills/Knowledge/ Ability

Essential

Indepth working knowledge on NHS data standards, terminology and its impact on NHS digital landscape
First rate interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
The ability to drive optimal resource utilisation, productivity, and efficiencies
Ability in having an engaging and thought-provoking conversations with clinicians, divisions, hospital management.
Excellent leadership skills and ability to empower others in front line decision making.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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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).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust

75-79 York Road

London

SE1 7NJ

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust

75-79 York Road

London

SE1 7NJ

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)