The closing date is 29th Sep 2025
Job summary
Are you an experienced Clinical Coder ready to take the next step in your career? Join our dynamic and forward-thinking Clinical Coding team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, where your expertise will directly impact patient care, data quality and Trust income.
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified and accredited coder to work in a supportive environment that values accuracy, continuous improvement and professional development.
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to clinical coding excellence. As a Senior Clinical Coder, you'll be empowered to lead by example, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the strategic goals of the department through:
Autonomous coding of complex specialties,
Mentoring and supporting trainee coders,
Involvement in clinical engagement,
A comprehensive in-house training and audit programmes.
We're looking for a motivated, detail-oriented, and accredited coder who:
Holds Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) status,
Has a proven track record of coding across a range of specialties,
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of national coding standards,
Enjoys mentoring others and sharing best practice,
Thrives in a collaborative, quality-focused team.
Main duties, tasks & skills required
Delivers accurate and timely clinical coding to monthly coding deadlines and takes responsibility for the correct translation of clinical information.
Liaises with Trust staff in order to achieve the collection of complete and accurate records data and provides coding advice to Trust Colleagues as needed.
Uses judgement and experience to critically analyse the range of complex clinical information required to assign diagnostic and procedural codes in accordance with National Standards and local policies.
Keeps up to date with the coding manuals to ensure that all changes are implemented from the appropriate date and included in the OPCS and ICD classifications to support the most accurate financial information for the Trust.
Maintains own professional skills and knowledge as required to retain Qualified Coder status and is able to switch between specialties as necessary to support the needs of the Department.
Provides guidance and support for Trainee Coders, deputises for the Clinical Coder Team Leader and provides cover for absence where needed.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
* Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
* NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
* Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
* A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
ACC Accreditation
Human Anatomy/Human Physiology at least GCSE level or above
Desirable
Evidence of continuing professional and personal development
2 years of Clinical Coding experience
Experience
Essential
Be experienced in the use of ICD-10 and OPCS-4 nomenclatures
Have experience in working in a clinical coding department in an acute Trust
Possess a thorough knowledge of Clinical Coding Standards, Local policies, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology and will use these when assigning codes.
Desirable
Knowledge of Trust policies relevant to Clinical Coding, Data Confidentiality, Data Security and Human Resources policies
Advanced computing skills
Additional Criteria
Essential
Analytical & Judgement Skills:
Competent in the use of clinical coding computer based systems and navigation of Trust Clinical Systems
Knowledge of the anatomy, physiology and terminology that describes the human body, its diseases and treatments
Planning & Organising Skills:
Ability to use initiative and be proactive to achieve deadlines.
Ability to discuss cases and examples whilst maintaining confidentiality
Ability to liaise appropriately with a range of hospital personnel
Personal qualities:
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to act on own initiative in accordance with the limitations of the role
Commitment and energy to developing excellent services
Desirable
Analytical & Judgement Skills:
Good understanding of PbR Finance Reporting and HRG (Healthcare Resource Groups) and their relationship with Clinical Coding Outputs
UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
For help with your application, contact:
Annette Miller
Annette..NHS.UK
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£ to £ Yearly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-Time, Full-Time, Flexible Working
Reference number
184-OL-PU-3260
Job locations
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT