Clinical Coder

Ramsay Health Care UK; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Clinical Coder to enhance its inpatient team at Oaks Hospital in Colchester. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate clinical coding, which is essential for patient care and hospital operations. The ideal candidate will possess a foundation level clinical coding qualification and demonstrate strong computer skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities. The organization prides itself on a supportive work culture, offering numerous benefits including generous leave, private medical cover, and ongoing training opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Pension

Flexible Shift Patterns

Enhanced Parental Leave Policies

Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance

Free Training and Development

Free Parking

Subsidised Staff Restaurant

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Foundation level clinical coding qualification or equivalent experience required.
• Demonstrated computer skills and effective communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Join the inpatient team as a Clinical Coder at Oaks Hospital.
• Ensure accurate coding and support patient care through effective documentation.

Skills

Clinical Coding Qualification

Computer Skills

Written Communication Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

Teamwork

Customer Service Skills

Clinical Knowledge

Knowledge of NHS Tariffs

Education

Foundation Level Clinical Coding Qualification

Job description

time left to apply End Date: January 12, 2025 (15 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR12170

Job Description

Clinical Coder

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Full-time

Salary: Depending on experience + Benefits

Summary:
Oaks Hospital is one of Essex's leading private hospitals with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality private hospital treatments and services.

Located on the outskirts of Colchester, the hospital opened on this site in 1994 and currently has 57 bedrooms including three twin-bedded rooms all with en-suite facilities to ensure complete privacy throughout your stay.

The role:

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Clinical Coder to join our inpatient team at our Oaks Hospital, based in Colchester.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Foundation level clinical coding qualification or equivalent experience;
• Demonstrated Computer Skills;
• Sound written and verbal communication skills;
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required;
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business;
• Demonstrated Customer Service skills;
• Previous clinical knowledge or experience;
• Current knowledge of NHS tariffs.

Benefits:

• 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays;
• Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period;
• Flexible shift patterns available where possible;
• Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies;
• Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants;
• Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary;
• Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy;
• Free Parking on site (where possible);
• Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible);
• Concerts for Carers;
• Employee Assistance Programme;
• Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords;
• The Blue Light Card Scheme.

About Us:

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud of our ‘Speak Up for Safety’ programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more ‘Time to Care’.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying. Please be advised that we reserve the right to close our advertisements prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.