Clinical Coder Specialist
The closing date is 21 October 2025
Job summary
An additional 20% recruitment and retention premium applies. (Reviewed annually)
Due to our expanding team, we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Clinical Coder to join our busy and growing Clinical Coding Team.
Applications from Accredited Clinical Coders only.
At University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust, we recognise the value of our Clinical Coding team and invest heavily in their development. In addition to a 20% recruitment and retention premium, we offer:
o Flexible working arrangements, including remote and hybrid optionso Comprehensive training support, including Clinical Coding Specialty Workshops and Refresher Courseso A collaborative and supportive team culture focused on delivering high-quality coded data
We welcome applications from ACC-qualified coders across the UK and are committed to creating a workplace that supports your professional growth and work-life balance.
Hours negotiable.
If you have practical clinical coding experience and are confident using ICD-10 and OPCS-4.10 classifications, we'd love to hear from you. We welcome applications from reliable, adaptable individuals with a strong work ethic and eagerness to learn. You should be motivated and committed to upholding Clinical Coding Rules and meeting commissioning deadlines.
The recruitment process will involve a practical coding assessment.
We look forward to receiving your application if you have the above qualities.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will contribute to delivering a high-quality coding service across the organisation by providing accurate and timely clinical coding in accordance with national standards and requirements.
You will have:
- Excellent communication skills and confidence in your ability
- A proactive approach to ensuring high standards of coded data
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
- Able to manage workload effectively in a busy environment and meet deadlines
Confirmation of attendance at a Clinical Coding Standards Course will be required, as will confirmation of attendance at a Clinical Coding Refresher Course if applicable.
Closing date of applications: 21 October 2025
Interview date: 04 November 2025
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
- Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
- On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
- Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts:
- We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
- We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
- An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
- Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
- Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
- We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
- We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
- UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£37,258 to £45,355 a year pro rata pa (An additional 20% R&R premium applies)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number
320-TWS-2099
Job locations
Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road
Derby
DE22 3NE
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road
Derby
DE22 3NE
Employer's website
https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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