Site Kettering General Hospital Town Kettering Salary £29,970 - £36,483 + 11.25% Recruitment & Retention Premium (paid monthly) Salary period Yearly Closing 14/01/2025 08:00
Job overview
Would you like to join our Clinical Coding team as an Accredited Clinical Coder? Read on to learn more about this rewarding role and submit your application. The Clinical Coding service is a part of the Digital Division of the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group (UHN) and is responsible for extracting and codifying complex clinical information that describes a patient's diagnostic and procedural healthcare status within an episode of care in a timely manner. The ability of the UHN Group to accurately record and codify its clinical activity is fundamental to understanding the quality of its clinical services. Our coded data is used by all parts of the Group's business to deliver trusted and high-quality services to patients. Accredited Clinical Coders are a core component of the Clinical Coding service and have a crucial supporting role in the overall management of the Group as their output directly influences income through the NHS Payment Scheme. Main duties of the job
As an Accredited Clinical Coder you will be responsible for codifying in a timely manner complex clinical activity according to all relevant National Clinical Coding Standards and Local Clinical Coding Policies. You will be expected to evidence an expert grasp of National Clinical Coding Standards (evidenced by audit results, maintaining your professional Accredited Clinical Coder status and attending regular Clinical Coding Standards Refresher courses and other associated training). You will assist the Clinical Coding Team Leads to support and mentor Associate Clinical Coders and to achieve the submission of codified data in a timely manner. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Extract, analyse and codify complex clinical information describing a patient’s diagnostic and procedural healthcare status within an episode of care using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications. Ensure codified data is of high quality and accurate in line with all relevant National Clinical Coding Standards and Local Clinical Coding Policies. Ensure codified data is entered into the Patient Administration System (PAS) in a timely manner within defined local and national timescales. Support the Clinical Coding Team Leader in the day-to-day planning, organisation and delivery of clinical coding, overseeing workload, and working with medical staff on issues of clinical coding to ensure accurate, complete and timely information. Communicate complex coding rules to a range of staff involved in the coding process; medical, clinical and administrative staff, Senior Managers and external agencies as appropriate. With the support of the Clinical Coding Team Lead mentor Associate Clinical Coders. Work with the Clinical Coding Team Leads to support the organisation of the submission of codified data against defined local and national timescales. Validate missing patient information; contact clinicians and clerical staff as appropriate to locate clinical records and missing patient information. Support the Group in transformation and cost-improvement programmes that involve coded data as a mechanism for financial gains. Person specification
Education, Training & Qualifications
A minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Maths at least Grade C/Grade 4 or equivalent qualification. National Clinical Coding Qualification and holds Accredited Clinical Coder status. Successful completion of a Clinical Coding Standards Refresher Course within the last 3 years. A Level in a STEM subject at least Grade C or equivalent qualification. Knowledge & Experience
Expert knowledge of National Clinical Coding Standards as evidenced by audit results and Accredited Clinical Coder status. Strong knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and medical terminology. Good level of knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office 365 suite. 2 years' experience of working in an Acute NHS Trust or equivalent knowledge. Experience of mentoring colleagues. Skills
Ability to work positively under time pressures. Ability to work to a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to organise, plan and prioritise workload to ensure timescales are met. Ability to apply self-learning directive to maintain and develop own skills and knowledge. Knowledge of the importance of confidentiality, the Data Protection Act and Caldicott principles. We are an equal opportunities employer, which aims to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds. Employer certification / accreditation badges
Name Sharon Ellidge Job title Clinical Coding Operational Manager Email address sharon.ellidge@nhs.net Additional information Please reach out if you have any queries about the role, our Clinical Coding service and to arrange an informal visit if you wish.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Would you like to join our Clinical Coding team as an Accredited Clinical Coder? Read on to learn more about this rewarding role and submit your application. The Clinical Coding service is a part of the Digital Division of the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group (UHN) and is responsible for extracting and codifying complex clinical information that describes a patient's diagnostic and procedural healthcare status within an episode of care in a timely manner. The ability of the UHN Group to accurately record and codify its clinical activity is fundamental to understanding the quality of its clinical services. Our coded data is used by all parts of the Group's business to deliver trusted and high-quality services to patients. Accredited Clinical Coders are a core component of the Clinical Coding service and have a crucial supporting role in the overall management of the Group as their output directly influences income through the NHS Payment Scheme. Main duties of the job
As an Accredited Clinical Coder you will be responsible for codifying in a timely manner complex clinical activity according to all relevant National Clinical Coding Standards and Local Clinical Coding Policies. You will be expected to evidence an expert grasp of National Clinical Coding Standards (evidenced by audit results, maintaining your professional Accredited Clinical Coder status and attending regular Clinical Coding Standards Refresher courses and other associated training). You will assist the Clinical Coding Team Leads to support and mentor Associate Clinical Coders and to achieve the submission of codified data in a timely manner. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Extract, analyse and codify complex clinical information describing a patient’s diagnostic and procedural healthcare status within an episode of care using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications. Ensure codified data is of high quality and accurate in line with all relevant National Clinical Coding Standards and Local Clinical Coding Policies. Ensure codified data is entered into the Patient Administration System (PAS) in a timely manner within defined local and national timescales. Support the Clinical Coding Team Leader in the day-to-day planning, organisation and delivery of clinical coding, overseeing workload, and working with medical staff on issues of clinical coding to ensure accurate, complete and timely information. Communicate complex coding rules to a range of staff involved in the coding process; medical, clinical and administrative staff, Senior Managers and external agencies as appropriate. With the support of the Clinical Coding Team Lead mentor Associate Clinical Coders. Work with the Clinical Coding Team Leads to support the organisation of the submission of codified data against defined local and national timescales. Validate missing patient information; contact clinicians and clerical staff as appropriate to locate clinical records and missing patient information. Support the Group in transformation and cost-improvement programmes that involve coded data as a mechanism for financial gains. Person specification
Education, Training & Qualifications
A minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Maths at least Grade C/Grade 4 or equivalent qualification. National Clinical Coding Qualification and holds Accredited Clinical Coder status. Successful completion of a Clinical Coding Standards Refresher Course within the last 3 years. A Level in a STEM subject at least Grade C or equivalent qualification. Knowledge & Experience
Expert knowledge of National Clinical Coding Standards as evidenced by audit results and Accredited Clinical Coder status. Strong knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and medical terminology. Good level of knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office 365 suite. 2 years' experience of working in an Acute NHS Trust or equivalent knowledge. Experience of mentoring colleagues. Skills
Ability to work positively under time pressures. Ability to work to a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to organise, plan and prioritise workload to ensure timescales are met. Ability to apply self-learning directive to maintain and develop own skills and knowledge. Knowledge of the importance of confidentiality, the Data Protection Act and Caldicott principles. We are an equal opportunities employer, which aims to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds. Employer certification / accreditation badges
Name Sharon Ellidge Job title Clinical Coding Operational Manager Email address sharon.ellidge@nhs.net Additional information Please reach out if you have any queries about the role, our Clinical Coding service and to arrange an informal visit if you wish.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
