Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the department for full time, ACC qualified, Senior Clinical Coders, with enthusiasm and motivation to join our extremely busy Clinical Coding Department. The post holder will have responsibility for the clinical coding of all acute specialties, by abstracting clinical data from the patients records and translating it into diagnostic (ICD10) and procedure (OPCS) coding classifications.
With a flexible approach to work, the post-holder will work as part of a team to meet tight deadlines. The Trust operates an Agile Working Policy, offering both on-site and remote working opportunities.
A good knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology is essential as is a good standard of education..
The post involves some interaction and collaboration with clinicians in all specialties, ensuring that procedures and diagnosis are correct and agree with national standards.
This role requires an organised approach to the workload and the ability to work in avery busy environment where a high degree of accuracy with attention to detail andexperience of working to tight deadlines is paramount.
There is the facility to work from home for a period of time, via remote access.
Successful applicants that hold the ACC qualification can expect a '10%' uplift in addition to their Band 5 salary.
Main duties of the job
The accuracy of clinical coding activity is vitally important for secondary care Trusts, not only to secure the correct income but also to inform decision making regarding the future of clinical services. Coded activity is also used by secondary users within the NHS, Government, and external bodies, who produce statistics such as standardised mortality rates which monitor clinical outcomes and key quality indicators.
The post-holder will be responsible for the clinical coding of inpatient and day-case episodes across all specialties provided at Barts Health hospitals.
The post involves liaising with clinicians and clinical teams on a regular basis to verify data recorded in patient case-notes and on electronic systems.
The post holder will contribute positively towards the development of the novice clinical coders, will act as mentor to and assist in the training of less experienced coders.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GSCE level or equivalent, including Maths and English.
- Accredited Clinical Coding qualification and/or ability to pass internal Band 5 Assessment.
Desirable
- Computer course. E.g. ECDL
- Certificate in Anatomy & Physiology
- Medical Terminology qualification
Experience
Essential
- Attended Refresher Training and speciality workshops.
- Ability to code a minimum of 6 specialty areas.
- Ability to code a minimum of 6 specialty areas.
Desirable
- Previous experience using various Patient Administration Systems
- Previous experience using encoders
Knowledge
Essential
- Act as a mentor for less experienced coders.
- Understanding of Data Quality and Caldicott.
- Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
Desirable
- Knowledge of: oRelevant legislation, health-sector processes, policies, and current strategies.
- National NHS Contract (relevant to field).
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and presentation skills - both verbal and written.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse groups.
- Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GSCE level or equivalent, including Maths and English.
- Accredited Clinical Coding qualification and/or ability to pass internal Band 5 Assessment.
Desirable
- Computer course. E.g. ECDL
- Certificate in Anatomy & Physiology
- Medical Terminology qualification
Experience
Essential
- Attended Refresher Training and speciality workshops.
- Ability to code a minimum of 6 specialty areas.
- Ability to code a minimum of 6 specialty areas.
Desirable
- Previous experience using various Patient Administration Systems
- Previous experience using encoders
Knowledge
Essential
- Act as a mentor for less experienced coders.
- Understanding of Data Quality and Caldicott.
- Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
Desirable
- Knowledge of: oRelevant legislation, health-sector processes, policies, and current strategies.
- National NHS Contract (relevant to field).
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and presentation skills - both verbal and written.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse groups.
- Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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).
