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    Accredited Senior Clinical Coder - Bath, Somerset, United Kingdom - Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

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    The successful candidate will be expected to work independently, using their initiative to ensure accurate and timely submission of coded data is achieved.

    They will be empowered to share their expertise whilst mentoring others and will be well supported by their colleagues as well as our in-house training and audit team.


    We are seeking a coder who applies a questioning approach in their pursuit of data quality whilst efficiently and tenaciously adhering to national clinical coding standards.

    The hospital is transitioning from a hybrid to a fully electronic patient record and the successful applicant will not only be adept at using healthcare/IT systems but will be keen to explore what further opportunities and improvements digitisation can provide.


    The trust supports a positive work/life balance and our team work flexibly the option to work on site, remotely or hybrid will be available to the successful candidate.

    To ensure that clinical data is entered onto the Trust's information system for every episode of inpatient care within an agreed timeframe from discharge.

    To ensure adherence to national procedures and guidelines for clinical coding.
    To ensure adherence to local procedures for clinical coding relating to individual specialties/consultants.
    To be able to work under pressure to meet local/national deadlines.
    To liaise with medical staff on queries relating to clinical information and case notes.

    To liaise with clinical coding porter, medical secretaries, medical records personnel and ward personnel regarding access to case notes.

    To attend all nationally and locally required training for the use of ICD10 and OPCS4 coding standards.
    To raise any coding issues requiring resolution either locally or through NHS Digital with the Team Manager or Professional Lead
    To identify and address any concerns around data quality relating to the recording of inpatient episodes on the hospital computer system
    To work closely with clinicians and managers to resolve any issues in the clinical coding process
    To assist the clinical coding auditor / trainer with regard to internal audit and processes.
    Act as mentor to junior coders

    At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community.

    This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn.

    We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

    We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support.

    We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing.

    We've even got a pool


    In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

    Training and Qualifications
    A level Biology or equivalent work experience
    Willing to attend all necessary training sessions and clinical coding workshops
    Good understanding of the rules of clinical coding

    To have attended training in all acute specialty areas of ICD10 and OPCS coding
    A detailed understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
    ~ Experience in the use of microsoft office products, especially excel
    ~ Recent employment in a Clinical Coding Role
    ~2 Years in relevant work experience including experience with clinical terminology and ICD10 and OCPS4 or equivalent demonstratable experience

    Use of 3M encoder or other relevant coding support software
    Use of Millenium patient administration system
    A good understanding of the relevance of clinical coding in the context of HRG's and Payment by results

    Helps and co-operates with colleagues
    Ability to mentor and support junior members of staff

    Required to handle medical records

    Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

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