Senior Clinical Coder

Dartford Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you will extract and code complex clinical data from patient records to support financial and clinical reporting. You will work within the Dartford and Gravesham Clinical Coding Service to maintain accuracy across specialties and support a shift toward electronic patient records. You will participate in audits, training, and mentoring to uphold high coding standards. This position offers a strong development pathway in a collaborative NHS environment with flexible hybrid working.

Pay / Benefits

10% Recruitment and Retention Premium
hybrid working pattern (4 days remote, 1 day onsite)
comprehensive training and CPD for coders
supportive and inclusive work environment
opportunity for career development within the NHS
Flexible approach to working patterns

Responsibilities

Extract and code diagnoses and procedures from records (ICD-10 and OPCS-4) ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Contribute to internal audits and maintain QA targets
Supervise and mentor trainee/less experienced coders
Interpret histology and radiology reports to ensure coding accuracy
Enter codes into PAS/Medicode and support data quality
Identify data gaps and raise queries with relevant departments
Coordinate workload to meet backlogs and deadlines
Engage in ongoing training to meet National Standards and Trust requirements
Liaise with clinicians and staff regarding documentation impacting coding
Promote learning and share coding expertise with colleagues
Contribute to local coding policy development and complex audits
Work across all specialties and support electronic patient record implementation

Key requirements

National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ) UK or currently working towards it
Experience using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 in an acute hospital setting
Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
Experience in clinical coding across a wide range of specialties
Proactive, flexible and supportive to electronic working as the Trust moves to an EPR
Strong team working ethos
Recent NHS Trust coding experience
Knowledge of NHS informatics systems and coding conventions
Ability to supervise/lead a team (desirable)
Disclosure and Barring Service check required