Job summary
*** Previous applicants need not apply***
Job Overview
To extract, analyse, translate and data entry complex medical patient care records into diagnostic and procedural coding in an accurate and timely manner adhering to the Trusts deadlines.
The post holder should be able to demonstrate a high level of communication skills, excellent organisational and time management skills and the ability to work accurately under pressure to meet deadlines.
All necessary and relevant training will be provided to the post holder to enable them to carry out all roles and responsibilities of the post.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties
Extraction of complex clinical information from the health record on discharge of the patient and translation of medical terminology using ICD10 and OPCS4 into a form that can be tabulated, aggregated and sorted for statistical analysis, applying national and international rules and conventions to agreed standards.
Training and workshops will be provided by our team of Trainers.
All coders will attend workshops on a regular basis to enable them keep up to date with any changes within clinical coding and support learning skills and development.
All coding to be completed by the 2nd working of each month for the previous month following discharge to support payment by results with the assistance of the Clinical Coding Assistant Manager when necessary, and in line with department procedure.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit their careers page.
Job description
Job responsibilities
An excellent development opportunity has arisen for keen, enthusiastic, highly motivated individuals to join our Clinical Coding Team at Liverpool NHS Foundation Trust.
Ideally we are looking to recruit an ACC qualified Clinical Coder, however we recognise that there is a shortage of people who hold this specialist qualification. We would therefore encourage candidates who are interested in becoming a Trainee Clinical Coder to apply. Those appointed to a trainee position will be appointed in accordance with annex 21 of the AFC terms and conditions and the salary will be paid as a percentage of the top of the band dependant upon the length of training.
As a department we can offer clinical coders a comprehensive training and development structure through strong leadership, an in-house training programme delivered through Terminology and Classifications Delivery Service Approved Clinical Coding Trainers, and CPD for clinical coders and ACC coders, developing existing skills and learning new ones.
As a trainee clinical coder you will ideally have previous experience of working within an acute hospital environment and possess excellent IT and communication skills. Over a period of 2-3 years, you will embark on an extensive training & mentorship programme, including working towards & attaining the National Clinical Coding Qualification (ACC), to become a fully qualified Band 4 clinical coder.
The department offers a flexible approach to working patterns to promote a healthy work/life balance. Home working up to 2 days per week is available by request dependent on level of experience.
The Clinical Coding Department is based over three sites; Aintree, Broadgreen and the Royal site. On occasions you may be required to travel across sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
An excellent development opportunity has arisen for keen, enthusiastic, highly motivated individuals to join our Clinical Coding Team at Liverpool NHS Foundation Trust.
Ideally we are looking to recruit an ACC qualified Clinical Coder, however we recognise that there is a shortage of people who hold this specialist qualification. We would therefore encourage candidates who are interested in becoming a Trainee Clinical Coder to apply. Those appointed to a trainee position will be appointed in accordance with annex 21 of the AFC terms and conditions and the salary will be paid as a percentage of the top of the band dependant upon the length of training.
As a department we can offer clinical coders a comprehensive training and development structure through strong leadership, an in-house training programme delivered through Terminology and Classifications Delivery Service Approved Clinical Coding Trainers, and CPD for clinical coders and ACC coders, developing existing skills and learning new ones.
As a trainee clinical coder you will ideally have previous experience of working within an acute hospital environment and possess excellent IT and communication skills. Over a period of 2-3 years, you will embark on an extensive training & mentorship programme, including working towards & attaining the National Clinical Coding Qualification (ACC), to become a fully qualified Band 4 clinical coder.
The department offers a flexible approach to working patterns to promote a healthy work/life balance. Home working up to 2 days per week is available by request dependent on level of experience.
The Clinical Coding Department is based over three sites; Aintree, Broadgreen and the Royal site. On occasions you may be required to travel across sites.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
- Accredited Clinical Coder
Desirable
- Relevant Diploma, other higher degree or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a clinical coder
- NHS experience
Desirable
- Working with an encoder software
- Experience of working with Dr Foster Data
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills
- Use of patient administration system
- Able to use own initiative with support from Manager
- Able to work with a range of professionals
- Flexible approach to work
- Able to display attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, verbal & written
- Good communication skills in all media, face to face, telephone & written
- Good organisational skills
- Use of patient administration system
- Negotiation, motivation and influencing skills
Desirable
- Confidentiality awareness
- Experience of managing staff
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to interpret information and to present information to diverse groups Trust wide
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
- Accredited Clinical Coder
Desirable
- Relevant Diploma, other higher degree or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a clinical coder
- NHS experience
Desirable
- Working with an encoder software
- Experience of working with Dr Foster Data
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills
- Use of patient administration system
- Able to use own initiative with support from Manager
- Able to work with a range of professionals
- Flexible approach to work
- Able to display attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, verbal & written
- Good communication skills in all media, face to face, telephone & written
- Good organisational skills
- Use of patient administration system
- Negotiation, motivation and influencing skills
Desirable
- Confidentiality awareness
- Experience of managing staff
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to interpret information and to present information to diverse groups Trust wide
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).
