Band 4 Clinical Coding Officer
Job summary
The Clinical Coding Officer is responsible for meeting essential trust requirements for statutory information and financial flows through abstracting and analysing complex clinical information from patient's records and translating this into coded format in line with National Standards. The job will involve working on all specialties. Other keyresponsibilities include; dealing with enquires from all parts of the hospital and contributing towards the development of trainee clinical coders; acting as mentor to and assisting with training. The post holder will work as part of a team of experienced trained and trainee staff.
Post holder must be able to demonstrable Clinical Coding experience gained within the UK NHS healthcare setting.
Have completed recognised UK Clinical Coding training and possess relevant coding qualifications/training.
Main duties of the job
Abstract and analyse clinical information from a variety of electronic source documents which include complex patient records, electronic discharge summary and letters across a broad range of clinical specialties. Translate tisinto a coded format in line with National Clinical Coding standards, using ICD10 and OPCS4 classifications. Enter coded data in to appropriate computer systems. All queries and discrepancies to be clarified with clinical staff as necessary.
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.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
- Educated to GCSE level including qualifications in English and Maths
- GCSE or equivalent in Human Biology
- Completed National Clinical Coding Standards
- Training in Anatomy & Physiology and medical terminology to national coding standards
- AMPSAR
- ECDL or computer proficiency certificate
Experience
- 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
Skills and aptitudes
- Strong communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Analysis skills
- Knowledge of the Data Protection Act and Confidentiality law
- Knowledge of coding procedures and conventions
- High level of knowledge of medical terminology
- Good concentration
- Training and mentoring skills
- Knowledge of Medicode encoding system
Personal Qualities & Attributes
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve a common goal
- Able to observe high levels of confidentiality at all times
- Well organised, self motivated with an eye for detail
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Adaptable to change and modernisation
- Able to meet deadlines and targets
- Able to inspire others
- Good concentration
Other
- Flexible to work at various locations if needed
- Commitment to personal and professional development
- Contribute to professional development by attending internal and external training courses/workshops to maintain coding standards
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.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North Middlesex Hospital
Sterling Way
London
N18 1QX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/