Employer Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type NHS
Site Sheffield Teaching Hospitals
Town Sheffield
Salary £24,071 - £29,114 pa/pro rata for part time staff
Salary period Yearly
Closing 09/02/2025 23:59
Interview date 18/02/2025
Trainee Clinical Coder/ Clinical Coder
NHS AfC: Band 3/4
We are committed to helping our staff balance their work and home lives and ensure they feel supported, valued and appreciated. We offer many different ways of helping staff including career development opportunities, flexible working, good annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing packages and financial support systems. Job overview
We are currently seeking individuals to join a friendly team committed to providing a high quality clinical coding service to the Trust. As a trainee clinical coder, you will receive all relevant training required. As a clinical coder at this large teaching hospital, you will have the opportunity to code a range of specialist services. The department has its own Terminology & Classifications Delivery Service Approved Trainer & Auditor and has offices at both the Royal Hallamshire & Northern General Hospitals. To ensure that clinical information is accurately and efficiently extracted from patients' case notes, translating this information into appropriate ICD & OPCS codes for subsequent entry onto statistical databases. The resulting information is used by the Trust for managing resources, clinical research and commissioning. The ability to work as part of a wider team is important and having a desire to learn from and share knowledge with others is imperative. Please be aware this is a 2-stage interview process. Stage 1 is a Presentation followed by an assessment. If you are successful, you will be moved to stage 2 and be offered an interview. Main duties of the job
Band 3 Trainee Coders will be required to complete the Clinical Coding Standards Course and attain a minimum pass rate. Training is ongoing and carried out by senior colleagues within the department. You will learn how to extract clinical information from patient records to identify diagnoses and surgical procedures. This will involve learning to use your own judgement to assign primary and secondary codes in complex cases or where there are several episodes of care within a hospital stay. Band 3 & 4 Extract and translate clinical information from patient hospital records, both in digital and paper format. Determine the correct ICD and OPCS codes to reflect the patient clinical journey, utilising the appropriate coding standards to enter the codes into the Trust's coding platform. This requires an in-depth knowledge of coding procedures and conventions and medical terminology. An awareness of human anatomy and physiological terms is also necessary. This requires a high level of concentration to ensure the accuracy of this vital data. Engage with clinicians at all levels to clarify the content of source documentation where information is unclear. Be proficient in the assignation of clinical codes according to the rules and conventions laid down by the World Health Organisation and Clinical Classification Service, requiring the application of analytical and judgemental skills. Always maintain patient and staff confidentiality. Working for our organisation
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives. Please also note this vacancy is banded dependent upon applicants' experience relevant to this post. Successful applicant/s will start at Band 3 unless applicants are experienced Clinical Coders and meet the necessary threshold of skills and experience required to start on Band 4. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Person specification
Education and Qualifications
(Band 3) 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) level C/4 or above including English or equivalent experience (Band 3) Understand the purpose of clinical coding and knowledge of the process involved (Band 3) Attend and pass the 25 days NHS Digital Clinical Coding Standards Course within 6 months of being in post (Band 3) Willingness to undertake the STH Medical Terminology workshop, as per course availability (Band 3) Demonstrate willingness to participate and master the key principles of Anatomy and Physiology during the Clinical Coding Standards Course (Band 4) Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) (Band 4) Clinical Coding Standards Course Pass or Clinical Coding Refresher Training Pass (Band 4) Medical Terminology course (Band 4) Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology (Band 3 & 4) Qualifications at A level or equivalent (Band 3 & 4) GCSE level C/4 or above biology/science Experience
(Band 3) Ability to extract relevant information from data (Band 3 & 4) Computer literacy with accurate keyboard skills (Band 4) Significant coding experience in the UK, including the ability to code across a variety of specialties (Band 4) Experience of using the latest versions of ICD10 and OPCS classifications (Band 4) Demonstrate awareness of modern clinical coding practice and issues (Band 3) Experience in interpretation of clinical documentation and coding abstraction techniques (Band 3) Understand the purpose of ICD10 and OPCS coding manuals (Band 3) Ability to locate and utilise coding standards relevant to extracted data (Band 3) Previous NHS experience (Band 3 & 4) Acute NHS Trust coding experience (Band 3 & 4) Relevant use of hospital PAS system (Band 3 & 4) Use of encoder software (Band 3 & 4) Use of other hospital information systems or EPR (Band 3) Previous data imputing experience (Band 3) Previous Clerical experience (Band 4) Previous Mentoring role Skills and Knowledge
(Band 3 & 4) Attention to detail (Band 3 & 4) Neat methodical working procedures (Band 3 & 4) Able to demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and verbal (Band 4) Time management skills/prioritisation (Band 4) Mentoring ability Personal Qualities
(Band 3 & 4) Able to work well within a team and be flexible in working practices (Band 3) Commitment to undertake all further training necessary to achieve accredited coder status (ACC) (Band 3 & 4) Commit to ongoing skills development and learning (Band 3) Demonstrate knowledge of clinical coding (Band 3 & 4) Willingness to learn and share knowledge with others (Band 3 & 4) Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy (Band 3 & 4) Understanding of Patient and Staff confidentiality (Band 4) Speciality clinical Coding Workshops
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NHS AfC: Band 3/4
We are committed to helping our staff balance their work and home lives and ensure they feel supported, valued and appreciated. We offer many different ways of helping staff including career development opportunities, flexible working, good annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing packages and financial support systems. Job overview
We are currently seeking individuals to join a friendly team committed to providing a high quality clinical coding service to the Trust. As a trainee clinical coder, you will receive all relevant training required. As a clinical coder at this large teaching hospital, you will have the opportunity to code a range of specialist services. The department has its own Terminology & Classifications Delivery Service Approved Trainer & Auditor and has offices at both the Royal Hallamshire & Northern General Hospitals. To ensure that clinical information is accurately and efficiently extracted from patients' case notes, translating this information into appropriate ICD & OPCS codes for subsequent entry onto statistical databases. The resulting information is used by the Trust for managing resources, clinical research and commissioning. The ability to work as part of a wider team is important and having a desire to learn from and share knowledge with others is imperative. Please be aware this is a 2-stage interview process. Stage 1 is a Presentation followed by an assessment. If you are successful, you will be moved to stage 2 and be offered an interview. Main duties of the job
Band 3 Trainee Coders will be required to complete the Clinical Coding Standards Course and attain a minimum pass rate. Training is ongoing and carried out by senior colleagues within the department. You will learn how to extract clinical information from patient records to identify diagnoses and surgical procedures. This will involve learning to use your own judgement to assign primary and secondary codes in complex cases or where there are several episodes of care within a hospital stay. Band 3 & 4 Extract and translate clinical information from patient hospital records, both in digital and paper format. Determine the correct ICD and OPCS codes to reflect the patient clinical journey, utilising the appropriate coding standards to enter the codes into the Trust's coding platform. This requires an in-depth knowledge of coding procedures and conventions and medical terminology. An awareness of human anatomy and physiological terms is also necessary. This requires a high level of concentration to ensure the accuracy of this vital data. Engage with clinicians at all levels to clarify the content of source documentation where information is unclear. Be proficient in the assignation of clinical codes according to the rules and conventions laid down by the World Health Organisation and Clinical Classification Service, requiring the application of analytical and judgemental skills. Always maintain patient and staff confidentiality. Working for our organisation
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives. Please also note this vacancy is banded dependent upon applicants' experience relevant to this post. Successful applicant/s will start at Band 3 unless applicants are experienced Clinical Coders and meet the necessary threshold of skills and experience required to start on Band 4. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Person specification
Education and Qualifications
(Band 3) 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) level C/4 or above including English or equivalent experience (Band 3) Understand the purpose of clinical coding and knowledge of the process involved (Band 3) Attend and pass the 25 days NHS Digital Clinical Coding Standards Course within 6 months of being in post (Band 3) Willingness to undertake the STH Medical Terminology workshop, as per course availability (Band 3) Demonstrate willingness to participate and master the key principles of Anatomy and Physiology during the Clinical Coding Standards Course (Band 4) Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) (Band 4) Clinical Coding Standards Course Pass or Clinical Coding Refresher Training Pass (Band 4) Medical Terminology course (Band 4) Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology (Band 3 & 4) Qualifications at A level or equivalent (Band 3 & 4) GCSE level C/4 or above biology/science Experience
(Band 3) Ability to extract relevant information from data (Band 3 & 4) Computer literacy with accurate keyboard skills (Band 4) Significant coding experience in the UK, including the ability to code across a variety of specialties (Band 4) Experience of using the latest versions of ICD10 and OPCS classifications (Band 4) Demonstrate awareness of modern clinical coding practice and issues (Band 3) Experience in interpretation of clinical documentation and coding abstraction techniques (Band 3) Understand the purpose of ICD10 and OPCS coding manuals (Band 3) Ability to locate and utilise coding standards relevant to extracted data (Band 3) Previous NHS experience (Band 3 & 4) Acute NHS Trust coding experience (Band 3 & 4) Relevant use of hospital PAS system (Band 3 & 4) Use of encoder software (Band 3 & 4) Use of other hospital information systems or EPR (Band 3) Previous data imputing experience (Band 3) Previous Clerical experience (Band 4) Previous Mentoring role Skills and Knowledge
(Band 3 & 4) Attention to detail (Band 3 & 4) Neat methodical working procedures (Band 3 & 4) Able to demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and verbal (Band 4) Time management skills/prioritisation (Band 4) Mentoring ability Personal Qualities
(Band 3 & 4) Able to work well within a team and be flexible in working practices (Band 3) Commitment to undertake all further training necessary to achieve accredited coder status (ACC) (Band 3 & 4) Commit to ongoing skills development and learning (Band 3) Demonstrate knowledge of clinical coding (Band 3 & 4) Willingness to learn and share knowledge with others (Band 3 & 4) Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy (Band 3 & 4) Understanding of Patient and Staff confidentiality (Band 4) Speciality clinical Coding Workshops
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