Clinical Coder – Bank position

Detailed job description and main responsibilities Job summary: To develop, manage and coordinate the coding function at either site ensuring compliance with data submission targets and national standards. To monitor and aid the skill and career progression of clinical coders, in line with objectives set by the Data Quality Assurance Lead and Head of Clinical Coding. To continually support the accuracy and completeness of clinical coding by aiding the implementation of the department's programme of coding audit. To assist in the design, deployment and maintenance of clinical coding strategy, policy and systems to ensure a clinical coding service which meets best practice guidance. To provide expert knowledge in the use of clinical coding classifications and associated systems to audiences both internal and external to the department. Person specification Experience Essential criteria Able to understand and follow written and verbal instruction Proven supervisory skills Desirable criteria Previous cleaning experience Experience of managing sickness absence, conducting staff appraisals and performance management Qualifications Essential criteria Willingness to complete appropriate training Desirable criteria BICSc Qualification / NVQ or equivalent Personal Attributes Essential criteria Positive can-do attitude Good customer service skills Able to engage, support, motivate and inspire teams Maintains a smart, professional and hygienic appearance Our mission: 'to put the patient first by delivering great care to every patient, every day.' There's never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients. Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward, but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors. We offer all employees some fantastic staff benefits, and are the only hospitals in Surrey to offer staff the London high cost area supplement. Our hospitals also benefit from great locations, so whether you're attracted to the bright lights of the city or the countryside of Epsom Downs, both are within easy reach. FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE STATED CLOSING DATE IF A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. IF YOU WISH TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, YOU ARE ADVISED TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CONTACT ALL APPLICANTS VIA EMAIL AND NOT BY POST. YOU ARE ADVISED TO CHECK YOUR RECRUITMENT SYSTEM ACCOUNT ON A REGULAR BASIS. YOU CAN ACCESS THIS ACCOUNT VIA OUR WEB SITE> Work for Us > Current Vacancies > My Job Account. For new entrants into the NHS, your pay under the Agenda for Change or Medical & Dental Pay Bands, will normally be set at the minimum of the pay band as advertised. If you apply for this position and do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed for interview on this occasion. ESTH values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve. Internal applicants from underrepresented minority groups are encouraged to seek development support such as work shadowing and interview skills coaching. Please contact the recruitment team for more information. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download Clinical Coder (PDF, 184.6KB) DBS Policy (PDF, 101.1KB) We're here to care (DOC, 39.0KB)

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