Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the department for a full-time, ACC qualified, Senior Clinical Coder, with enthusiasm and motivation to join the Clinical Coding Department.
The post holder will have responsibility for the clinical coding of all acute specialties, by abstracting clinical data from patients' records and translating it into diagnostic (ICD10) and procedure (OPCS) coding classifications.
The post involves some interaction and collaboration with clinicians in all specialties, ensuring that procedures and diagnosis are correct and agree with national standards.
The role requires an organised approach to the workload and the ability to work in a very busy environment where a high degree of accuracy with attention to detail and experience of working to tight deadlines is paramount.
Main Duties of the Job
- The post-holder will be responsible for the clinical coding of inpatient and day-case episodes across all specialties provided at Barts Health hospitals.
- The post involves liaising with clinicians and clinical teams on a regular basis to verify data recorded in patient case-notes and on electronic systems.
- The post holder will contribute positively towards the development of novice clinical coders, will act as a mentor to and assist in the training of less experienced coders.
Benefits
- Successful applicants that hold the ACC qualification can expect a '10%' uplift in addition to their Band 5 salary.
- The Trust operates an Agile Working Policy, offering both on-site and remote working opportunities.
Person Specification
- Qualifications: Accredited Clinical Coding qualification and/or ability to pass internal Band 5 Assessment.
- Experience: Attended Refresher Training and speciality workshops, ability to code a minimum of 6 specialty areas.
- Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, understanding of Data Quality and Caldicott.
- Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, excellent interpersonal skills, Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).