Clinical Coder - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom - Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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Job title:
Clinical Coder


Department:
Clinical Coding


Band: 5£28,407 - £34,581 pro rata if part-time

10% recruitment & retention premium applies to Clinical Coder posts


We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Senior Clinical Coder to join our established Clinical Coding Team, where you will play a vital role in providing accurate and timely coded data.

To meet the requirements of the role you will hold accredited clinical coder status, having obtained the nationally recognised qualification for clinical coders working in the NHS.

This post offers the opportunity to embrace flexible hybrid working, combining remote working with on-site presence, allowing you the opportunity to work from home, while maintaining collaborative connections with the team.


Applications for a Trainee Clinical Coder at Band 3will be considered if you can demonstrate the required skills, are computer literate, have an interest in health care and possess a basic knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.

Through self-directed study and supported training, managed, and delivered by our Clinical Coding Trainer, you will have the opportunity to obtain your professional qualification and become an Accredited Clinical Coder.

Especially in the early days as a trainee, you will be required to work from the office on a regular basis to receive support and training but there will be times when home working is possible too.


Interview date: 26/06/2023 (face to face)


Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients.

The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.


Use judgement and experience to abstract and analyse the complex clinical information required to assign ICD10 and OPCS4 classification codes in accordance with national guidelines.

Interpret national and local coding rules and conventions to assist in the assignment of clinical codes.

To confirm diagnoses using histology, microbiology and x-ray reports in order to maintain high level coding standards.


Acting on own initiative, monitor and prioritise own workload and that of any new or less experienced Coder that you are supervising, dealing with issues but using an escalation process as appropriate.


Be aware of the team's daily work state and give assistance, through rota amendments, to colleagues requiring support to achieve coding completion targets.

Provide departmental job cover across all specialties at times of annual leave and other absence.


Adhere to the NHS Connecting for Health national clinical coding query mechanism requirements, taking ownership of queries and presenting results to the Coding Team.


Be personally motivated and motivate other coding staff to meet personal, team and Trust targets and take a positive and professional approach to work at all times.

Please refer to the job description for further details.
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