Job summary
An excellent development opportunity has arisen for a keen, enthusiastic, highly motivated individual to join our Clinical Coding Team at SBU Health Board.
It is essential that you have attained the National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ), to be an Accredited Clinical Coder ACC.
The post holder will assist with the completion of consistent, accurate, complete and timely coded clinical data in accordance with all National Standards, local coding policies and Welsh Assembly Government deadlines.
The post holder will be required to be proficient in the use of patient administration systems, WPAS, Clinical Portal, EMS, CITO or other systems
Main duties of the job
The post holder will adhere to departmental targets in respect of timeliness, completeness, accuracy and depth of coding, in line with Health Board deadlines and national standard, All Wales Tier 1 Performance targets.
to apply for a Band 5 Lead Clinical Coding Analyst the post holder will have experience of coding a wide range of specialties within a busy hospital environment; coupled with excellent IT skills and a working knowledge of the Health Board's PAS systems.
It is desirable that the post holder has Knowledge or experience of AI and digital casenote systems.
You will be required to attend all mandatory and in-house clinical coding development and training, in order to keep abreast of changes to national clinical coding guidance & standards.
Demonstrating your commitment to Continual Professional Development.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Attained the National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ - Diploma level 4) and achieved Accredited Clinical Coding (ACC) status OR equivalent and Post ACC qualification, ensure compliance in 3 yearly Clinical Coding Refresher course and achieve at least 90% in the course assessment
- Advanced ongoing in-depth knowledge and understanding of anatomy, physiology, diseases and related health problems, of medical and surgical interventions and procedural terms
- Knowledge and experience of AI and digital casenote systems in conjunction with the HB move to digital ways of working and the introduction of ICD11 and OPCS 5
- Knowledge of all microsoft office applications and other relevant IT software packages required
- able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others Demonstrate situations where effective leadership and management skills
Desirable
- NCCQ Clinical Coding Auditor qualification
- NCCQ Clinical Coding Trainer Qualification
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Experience
Essential
- Analyse and apply National Clinical Coding Standards and to a broad range of healthcare specialties and scenarios which can often be highly complex and conflicting
- clinical coding within a hospital setting coding all specialty / regional service admissions
- Significant practical coding experience across a wide range of specialties of all complexities
- Experience of interrogating both paper records and electronic systems / applications to extract clinical information for the purpose of clinical coding some of which can be conflicting
- Experience of working under pressure to deliver set Welsh Government in-month and year- end targets, whilst also ensuring quality of data is of a high standard
Desirable
- Special requirements to perform in the role e.g., Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Able to work hours flexibly.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Attained the National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ - Diploma level 4) and achieved Accredited Clinical Coding (ACC) status OR equivalent and Post ACC qualification, ensure compliance in 3 yearly Clinical Coding Refresher course and achieve at least 90% in the course assessment
- Advanced ongoing in-depth knowledge and understanding of anatomy, physiology, diseases and related health problems, of medical and surgical interventions and procedural terms
- Knowledge and experience of AI and digital casenote systems in conjunction with the HB move to digital ways of working and the introduction of ICD11 and OPCS 5
- Knowledge of all microsoft office applications and other relevant IT software packages required
- able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others Demonstrate situations where effective leadership and management skills
Desirable
- NCCQ Clinical Coding Auditor qualification
- NCCQ Clinical Coding Trainer Qualification
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Experience
Essential
- Analyse and apply National Clinical Coding Standards and to a broad range of healthcare specialties and scenarios which can often be highly complex and conflicting
- clinical coding within a hospital setting coding all specialty / regional service admissions
- Significant practical coding experience across a wide range of specialties of all complexities
- Experience of interrogating both paper records and electronic systems / applications to extract clinical information for the purpose of clinical coding some of which can be conflicting
- Experience of working under pressure to deliver set Welsh Government in-month and year- end targets, whilst also ensuring quality of data is of a high standard
Desirable
- Special requirements to perform in the role e.g., Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Able to work hours flexibly.
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).
