Accredited Clinical Coder

Optical Express; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Free Laser Eye Surgery

Free eye tests

Discounted prescription eyewear

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Optical Express is seeking an Accredited Clinical Coder to join their Data Quality team in Birmingham. This role involves ensuring the accuracy and integrity of clinical coding in line with NHS standards, translating clinical information into recognized coding classifications.

The ideal candidate will hold the National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ) and have proven experience in a similar healthcare setting. You will benefit from modern working environments, generous annual leave, and various employee perks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Clinical Coder within an NHS or independent healthcare setting.
• Strong understanding of NHS Data Standards and Clinical Coding Standards.
• Ability to interpret complex clinical information accurately.

Responsibilities

• Review patient records and clinical documentation to assign accurate clinical codes.
• Ensure coding is completed accurately and within required timescales.
• Support internal and external clinical coding audits.

Skills

ICD-10 knowledge

OPCS-4 knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ)

Job description

Optical Express is the UK’s only complete eye care provider, and Europe’s leading private provider of laser eye surgery and premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery. Each week Optical Express Surgeons undertake more laser eye surgery and private intraocular lens procedures collectively than any other providers.

For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. Operating clinics across the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe, Optical Express, supported by an esteemed International Medical Advisory Board, is a thought leader in the global optometry and refractive surgery industry.

We are seeking an experienced and Accredited Clinical Coder to join our Data Quality team. This is a key role supporting the accuracy, completeness and integrity of clinical coding across our healthcare services.

The successful candidate will be responsible for translating clinical information into nationally recognised clinical coding classifications, ensuring compliance with NHS standards and supporting accurate reporting, reimbursement, audit and service improvement activities.

Working closely with clinicians, operational teams, governance leads and commissioners, you will play an important role in driving coding quality, identifying learning opportunities and supporting continuous improvement across the organisation.

Working within our Data quality team, your day-to-day responsibilities may vary; however, a typical day will involve the following duties:

• Reviewing patient records and clinical documentation to assign accurate clinical codes
• Applying ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications in accordance with national coding standards
• Ensuring coding is completed accurately, consistently and within required timescales
• Undertaking coding validation and quality assurance activities
• Supporting internal and external clinical coding audits
• Identifying coding discrepancies and working with clinicians to improve documentation standards
• Providing coding advice and guidance to clinical and operational colleagues
• Producing reports and analysis to support data quality and service performance monitoring
• Supporting the development of coding policies, procedures and training materials
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of national clinical coding standards, guidance and best practice
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives relating to coding, data quality and clinical governance

The successful candidate will:

• Hold the National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ)
• Have proven experience working as a Clinical Coder within an NHS or independent healthcare setting
• Demonstrate excellent knowledge of ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications
• Possess a strong understanding of NHS Data Standards and Clinical Coding Standards
• Have excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Be able to interpret complex clinical information accurately
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be confident engaging with clinicians and senior stakeholders
• Be highly organised and able to manage competing priorities effectively
• Be self-motivated and capable of working independently and as part of a wider team
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development and coding excellence

If you believe you have the right skills and attributes for this role, we would love to hear from you.

A career at Optical Express is fulfilling, fun and rewarding. As an employee, you can benefit from the following:

• State of the art, modern working environments
• 33 days annual leave*
• Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery
• Free eye tests
• Discounted prescription eye wear and sunglasses
• Generous Optical Express friends and family discount scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to a range of exclusive offers, discounts and rewards
• Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Solutions/Support