Job summary
We are rapidly expanding, currently seeking an Accredited Clinical Coder to join our growing and innovative team at an acute hospital within the NHS. This is an exciting new post in our cohesive and established team. We are seeking a confident and passionate individual who thrives on change and wants to make a difference to the outcomes of our patients and staff.
Recruitment and Retention Premia (RRP)* payment payable, and a generous relocation package!Flexible hybrid and remote working opportunities.
* This post will attract a RRP totalling approx.£5000* (which is payable in instalments over 2 years)plusa relocation package for those moving to the area (subject to eligibility criteria). For more information, please enquire about the relocation policy.
*Subject to slight variation due to % of salary being applied
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Coding Team is responsible for the extraction and translation of inpatient information using the ICD-10 and OPCS-4 Coding Classifications, following and in keeping with the well-defined national coding standards. This information is essential for the effective management of the Trust and crucial to the National tariff Payment System that underpins Trust income. Coded data is also important for clinical audit, governance and research.
As an Accredited Clinical Coder, you will make judgements on complex clinical information requiring interpretation and comparing options from information provided electronically and in paper-based health records. Clinical Coders have a crucial role in the provision of mandatory data for information, financial and reporting purposes both at local and national level. The post holder will be expected to be an Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) through completion of the National Clinical Coding Qualification. As part of the role of the post-holder is expected to interact with clinicians, operational staff and have responsibility for own workload whilst maintaining accuracy and completeness of own clinical coding, as well as assisting in training and mentoring of trainees and less experienced team members.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.
Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
UKVI Sponsorship: This rolemay be available for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Sponsorship will be determined based on your current situation and on a case-by-case basis.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Accredited Clinical Coder (Successful pass of National clinical Coding Qualification).
- Completion of mandatory clinical coding training (refresher, standards updates etc.)
Desirable
- Degree qualification or equivalent or experience in clinical coding within an acute hospital setting
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Accredited Clinical Coder (Successful pass of National clinical Coding Qualification).
- Completion of mandatory clinical coding training (refresher, standards updates etc).
Desirable
- Degree qualification or equivalent experience in clinical coding within an acute hospital setting
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant experience of coding inpatient activity across a wide range of specialities within an acute NHS Trust setting.
- Significant knowledge, experience and understanding of ICD 10 and OPCS 4 coding classifications and standards applicable to NHS inpatient activity.
- Significant experience of using paper and electronic records to extract clinical information.
- Proven ability to extract & analyse complex clinical information.
- Significant understanding of medical terminology and anatomy & physiology.
- Good understanding of the importance of clinical coding and its uses and the impact of data issues.
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality.
Desirable
- Good IT skills, experience using Microsoft applications.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate and cooperate with other members of staff in a professional and effective manner.
- Ability to work to strict deadlines within defined policies and procedures.
- Ability to self-motivate and to make appropriate judgments about when to seek guidance.
- Ability to hold and maintain a detailed understanding of national clinical coding standards with the ability to apply these across a wide range of coding scenarios, often highly complex.
- Ability to mentor and support trainee Clinical Coders
- Ability to plan, prioritise and manage own workload.
- Reliable, enthusiastic with an ability to adapt to change.
- Experience working within a team environment, supporting colleagues in achieving the teams' goals
- Commitment to continuing professional development.
- a detailed o understanding of national clinical coding standards with the ability to apply these across a wide range of coding scenarios, often highly complex
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Accredited Clinical Coder (Successful pass of National clinical Coding Qualification).
- Completion of mandatory clinical coding training (refresher, standards updates etc.)
Desirable
- Degree qualification or equivalent or experience in clinical coding within an acute hospital setting
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Accredited Clinical Coder (Successful pass of National clinical Coding Qualification).
- Completion of mandatory clinical coding training (refresher, standards updates etc).
Desirable
- Degree qualification or equivalent experience in clinical coding within an acute hospital setting
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant experience of coding inpatient activity across a wide range of specialities within an acute NHS Trust setting.
- Significant knowledge, experience and understanding of ICD 10 and OPCS 4 coding classifications and standards applicable to NHS inpatient activity.
- Significant experience of using paper and electronic records to extract clinical information.
- Proven ability to extract & analyse complex clinical information.
- Significant understanding of medical terminology and anatomy & physiology.
- Good understanding of the importance of clinical coding and its uses and the impact of data issues.
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality.
Desirable
- Good IT skills, experience using Microsoft applications.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate and cooperate with other members of staff in a professional and effective manner.
- Ability to work to strict deadlines within defined policies and procedures.
- Ability to self-motivate and to make appropriate judgments about when to seek guidance.
- Ability to hold and maintain a detailed understanding of national clinical coding standards with the ability to apply these across a wide range of coding scenarios, often highly complex.
- Ability to mentor and support trainee Clinical Coders
- Ability to plan, prioritise and manage own workload.
- Reliable, enthusiastic with an ability to adapt to change.
- Experience working within a team environment, supporting colleagues in achieving the teams' goals
- Commitment to continuing professional development.
- a detailed o understanding of national clinical coding standards with the ability to apply these across a wide range of coding scenarios, often highly complex
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
