clinical coder

Service Care Solutions Ltd; England; Remote; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for an experienced Clinical Coder to join their dedicated team. As a Band 5 Coder, you will convert complex medical information into coded data supporting vital functions like funding and patient care planning. This full-time role offers the flexibility of remote work and is integral to improving hospital operations. You will benefit from ongoing training and access to advanced NHS Coding resources.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Access to NHS Coding resources

Support from experienced leaders

Qualifications

• Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) required.
• Experience coding inpatient episodes across specialties.
• Proficiency in NHS data standards essential.

Responsibilities

• Extract and analyze clinical information for accurate coding.
• Collaborate with clinical teams and maintain data quality.
• Mentor junior coders and stay updated on coding standards.

Skills

Clinical Coding

Data Quality

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC)

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Clinical Coder – Band 5

Location: Dorset - Fully remote option

Hours: 37.5 per week (Full-Time, Permanent)

Salary: NHS Band 5, £22 per hour (Limited company rate)

Join a Team that Delivers More Than Data — Make a Measurable Difference. We are recruiting on behalf of Our client for an experienced, Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) to join their dedicated Clinical Coding team.

As a Band 5 Clinical Coder, you will play a pivotal role in accurately translating complex medical information into coded data using ICD-10 and OPCS-4, supporting functions such as funding, reporting, clinical audit, and patient care planning.

What You’ll Be Doing

1. Extract and analyse detailed clinical information to assign accurate codes using national standards.
2. Maintain exceptional data quality to support national performance metrics, mortality statistics, and clinical decision-making.
3. Work collaboratively with consultants, clinical teams, and information governance professionals.
4. Mentor less experienced coders and contribute to a strong team culture through peer reviews and knowledge sharing.
5. Support audit, performance reviews, and the implementation of local and national coding updates.
6. Maintain up-to-date knowledge in clinical coding standards and healthcare advancements.
7. Manage your workload independently while contributing to the overall success of the department.

Who We’re Looking For

1. Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) – essential.
2. Proven experience coding inpatient episodes across multiple specialties.
3. Strong understanding of NHS data standards and the significance of coded clinical data.
4. Comfortable handling complex or sensitive clinical information, including textual and photographic content.
5. Confident communicator, able to liaise with multi-disciplinary teams and present at meetings.
6. Proficiency in hospital admin systems and digital tools such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Here, you’ll join a supportive and expert team that values:

• Continuous professional development
• A strong sense of shared purpose and collaboration
• A modern, high-standard data and performance infrastructure
• Inclusion, diversity, and staff wellbeing

You'll benefit from:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to leading technology and NHS Coding resources
• Regular support from experienced leaders and managers
• A role that directly impacts patient care, hospital funding, and service improvement

️ “We’re not just coding data—we’re supporting better decisions, safer care, and a healthier NHS.”

Apply Now

If you’re an ACC-qualified Clinical Coder ready to take your next step in a supportive, high-performing NHS Trust, get in touch today to find out more or submit your application.

Let us help you take the next step in your healthcare data career.