• Job Description

  Req#: C9405-25-0200?language=en&page=129&sort=publicationDateDesc

  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) plus a 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 Dorset County Hospital (DCH) we aspire to providing outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them. Our trust strategy is focussed on three strategic goals: People, Place, and Partnership. It signals our intention to truly value our staff. Our people are our most important asset, and we want them to feel valued, welcomed, respected, they belong and matter. We recognise the link between high levels of staff satisfaction and improving patient experience and outcomes.

  We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Dorset County Hospital has a number of employees from overseas delivering high quality services and we recognise the value of diversity in leadership. We would welcome applications from people in groups which are under-represented at Board level.

  Details

  Date posted

  23 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 5

  Salary

  £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

  Reference number

  405-25-AC255ACC

  Job locations

  South Walks House

  South Walks

  Dorchester

  DT1 1UZ

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For further information on the role please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For further information on the role please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

  Person Specification

  Education & Qualifications

  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
  • 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
  • Significant experience of using paper and electronic records to extract clinical information

  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.

  Person Specification

  Education & Qualifications

  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
  • 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
  • Significant experience of using paper and electronic records to extract clinical information

  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.

  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.

  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.

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  South Walks House

  South Walks

  Dorchester

  DT1 1UZ

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  South Walks House

  South Walks

  Dorchester

  DT1 1UZ

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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