Description
We have an exciting opportunity for Clinical Coders to join our experienced team on a hybrid working basis. Working across a range of specialties, our Clinical Coders provide an expert Clinical Coding service for all 37 Nuffield Health hospitals.
The role involves:
- Providing a Clinical Coding service for all Nuffield Health hospitals
- Accurately assigning ICD-10 and OPCS-4 codes to hospital episodes covering NHS and privately funded activity
- Coding activity from a wide range of clinical specialties
- Providing coding expertise as required by the business
- Responding professionally to queries from hospitals and consultant surgeons
- Escalating any issues to the Specialist Lead or Clinical Coding Manager, when appropriate
To succeed as a Clinical Coder, you will need:
- Experience working as a Clinical Coder in a healthcare environment
- Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) status
- Good knowledge of ICD-10 and OPCS-4 coding classifications
- Good knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
- Ability to sustain high volume and high-quality work product, with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a larger/virtual team
We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience, and a benefits package including free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts, and pension options.