Overview
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK independently, with a visa or immigration status that allows them to fulfil the full duration and type of contract offered. The Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Dartford and Gravesham Clinical Coding Service is seeking experienced Clinical Coders to join our growing department. We offer a comprehensive training and development structure through strong leadership, a training and audit programme, and continuing professional development for coders and ACC coders, developing existing skills and learning new ones. A Recruitment and Retention Premium is offered to Accredited Clinical Coders. The department supports a flexible approach to varied working patterns and values a healthy work/life balance. We operate a hybrid working pattern with remote and some onsite working expected. We are located in an easily accessible location well served by road and rail links from Kent and London.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Responsibilities
* Abstract, analyse and accurately code clinical information from patient records (paper and electronic) across all specialties using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications in accordance with National Standards and the Trust's Policy and Procedures guidelines.
* Produce consistent, accurate, complete and timely coded clinical data for use by the Trust’s Finance Department and other stakeholders, meeting increasingly demanding deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
* Work with source documentation that is a mix of electronic and paper documents, with a trajectory toward a fully electronic patient record.
Qualifications
* Possess the National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ UK) or be working towards it.
* Experience using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications (current version) in an acute hospital setting.
* Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
* Experience in clinical coding for a wide range of specialties.
* Be proactive, flexible and supportive towards an electronic way of working as the Trust develops its electronic patient record.
* Strong team working ethos.
Other information
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. The Trust has signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and is committed to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, NHS employees may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against flu to protect the health and safety of staff and patients.
For further details or informal visits contact: Name: Sheniz Bahriyeli, Head of Clinical Coding; Email: sheniz.bahriyeli@nhs.net; Telephone: 01322 428 100
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