To undertake the role of trainee clinical coder for clinical groups or specialties as appropriate, abstracting information from patient case notes and other sources, and assigning suitable codes onto the Trust’s patient administration system under supervision and guidance.
Participate in an ongoing supervised training period to acquire coding knowledge and expertise. Attend training sessions as necessary, maintaining up-to-date reference and standards manuals aligned with national guidance.
Please note: Sponsorship is not eligible for this post.
Progression: Upon completing competencies and passing internal assessments, you will progress to Band 4, which is expected to take up to 24 months.
Closing Date: This job advert will close once sufficient applications are received. Apply promptly if interested.
* Abstract inpatient and day case diagnoses and surgical procedures from case notes and electronic systems, inputting data into the patient administration system under supervision.
* Participate in supervised training to develop coding knowledge and expertise.
* Attend training sessions, which may involve travel to other sites in the West Midlands area.
* Successfully complete internal and external assessments.
* Gain knowledge of anatomy and physiology through online and face-to-face training.
* Stay updated with national and local coding rules and conventions.
* Support the Deputy Head of Clinical Administration in communication and policy implementation.
* Participate in presentations to stakeholders within Performance and Informatics when required.
* Develop good working relationships within the Trust and with external agencies.
* Maintain security and confidentiality, adhering to GDPR and Caldicott principles.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the CQC, is one of the UK's largest teaching Trusts, known for high-quality patient care, modern facilities, and leadership in research and innovation. We are a Pathway to Excellence organisation, committed to diversity, inclusion, and staff development.
For further details or informal visits, contact: Maria Psarra-Parker, Deputy Head of Clinical Administration, at maria.psarraparker@uhcw.nhs.uk.
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