Clinical Coding Analyst

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for Clinical Coding to join our team. We are a progressive department with a strong emphasis on training.

As an Accredited Clinical Coder you will have experience of coding a variety of specialties that occur within an acute NHS organisation. You will have a flexible and adaptable approach to work and strive to create accurate clinically coded data, embracing the national clinical coding standards, rules and conventions, to ensure the Trust data is sufficiently robust.

ACC Qualified Clinical Coders living within the geographical location of the Trust can chose to work on site full time or have the option to adopt a hybrid working approach, working part on site and part remotely.

We would also be delighted to receive applications from ACC qualified Clinical Coders who live outside the geographical area of East Kent who are interested in remote working.

We would consider applicants who do not have the qualifications, if successful you will be put on the annex 21 clause as below

Up to 2 years training required: 70% of £36,483 = £25,538 pa

Less than 1 years' training required: 75% of £36,483 = £27,362 pa

Main duties of the job

• Analyse and interpret clinical information
• To create accurate clinically coded data in accordance with nationally mandated clinical coding standards
• Translate clinical documentation into an alphanumeric coded format
• To be proficient in navigation of ICD 10 and OPCS classifications
• To work independently, without direct supervision, prioritising the workload accordingly and in accordance with specific department directives
• To attend training and specialty workshops as requested by management to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills.
• To support the department in its commitment to service delivery
• To abide by the Trust mission and values to support the department in its commitment to service delivery.

Please review the job description in its entirety for full but not exhaustive details of the job role.

About us

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000.We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.

We care about our patients and our people. We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike. With our emphasis on staff training and development, a staff support scheme that's second to none, and a healthy package of benefits, it's easy to put down roots in East Kent Hospitals.