NHS
Band 4 Clinical Coding Officer
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Job Description
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- Flexibility with working times and supporting healthy work life balance
- Trained to National level for Clinical Coding (Clinical Coding Foundation Course) and proficient in National clinical coding rules and conventions
- Training in Anatomy & Physiology and medical terminology to national coding standards.
- Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) including qualifications in English and Maths
- GCSE or equivalent in Human Biology
- ECDL or computer proficiency certificate
- Significant experience as a trained clinical coder
- To have attended regular clinical coding training courses
- Previous background in other associated clerical/secretarial or nursing/paramedic positions
- Knowledge of coding procedures and conventions.
- High level of knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of the Data Protection Act and Confidentiality law
- Analysis skills
- Strong communication skills
- Knowledge of Medicode encoding system
- Training and mentoring skills
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Well organised, self-motivated with an eye for detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve a common goal
- Able to meet deadlines and targets
- Adaptable to change and modernisation
- Contribute to professional development by attending internal and external training courses/workshops to maintain coding standards.
- Trained to National level for Clinical Coding (Clinical Coding Foundation Course) and proficient in National clinical coding rules and conventions
- Training in Anatomy & Physiology and medical terminology to national coding standards.
- Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) including qualifications in English and Maths
- GCSE or equivalent in Human Biology
- ECDL or computer proficiency certificate
- Significant experience as a trained clinical coder
- To have attended regular clinical coding training courses
- Previous background in other associated clerical/secretarial or nursing/paramedic positions
- Knowledge of coding procedures and conventions.
- High level of knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of the Data Protection Act and Confidentiality law
- Analysis skills
- Strong communication skills
- Knowledge of Medicode encoding system
- Training and mentoring skills
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Well organised, self-motivated with an eye for detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve a common goal
- Able to meet deadlines and targets
- Adaptable to change and modernisation
- Contribute to professional development by attending internal and external training courses/workshops to maintain coding standards.
Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced clinical coder to join the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. The candidate will join our professional team of clinical coders and will be a key player to produce consistent, accurate, meaningful and comparable data to facilitate managers and clinicians in the monitoring, planning and provision of high quality patient care.
The trust is looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills. This role will require you to work to strict departmental deadlines, whilst still paying attention to detail and always maintaining a high level of accuracy.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is seeking a challenge and wishes to advance their career. The opportunity to gain a professional clinical coding qualification and career progression is also strongly encouraged and supported by the Trust. The post holder will be required to study for the National Clinical Coding Qualification.
This is a full-time position (37.5 hours) based at Barnet Hospital
This post attracts 17.5% RRP payment
As a team we offer a flexible approach to working. A combination of site based and remote opportunities are available
We welcome staff who work from home/agile workers and your commutable distance can be further afield
Main duties of the job
Abstract and analyse complex and sensitive clinical information from electronic patient record across a broad range of clinical specialties and translate this into a coded format in line with National Standards using ICD10 and OPCS4 classifications.
Have experience in using ICD10 and OPCS classification in an acute hospital setting.
Work within deadlines whilst maintaining a high quality of accuracy and completeness of clinical coding.
Effectively manage assigned workload.
Continue professional education and undertake personal professional development in order to refresh clinical coding skills. Keep up to date on changes to code assignment, coding methodology and local policy amendments to ensure coding reflects the activity of the trust.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Date posted
18 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£31,081 to £33,665 a year plus 17.5% recruitment and retention premium on basic salary
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number
391-RFL-7006953
Job locations
Barnet Hospital
Wellhouse Lane
Barnet
EN5 3DJ
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Job responsibilities
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Job responsibilities
For further information on the main duties of the role, please review the Job description and Personal specification.
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Additional informationDisclosure 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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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).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Barnet Hospital
Wellhouse Lane
Barnet
EN5 3DJ
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Barnet Hospital
Wellhouse Lane
Barnet
EN5 3DJ
Employer's website
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.