Clinical Coder (B4) | University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

UHCW NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Coventry is seeking a Band 4 Clinical Coder to accurately code clinical information from patient notes according to national standards. Responsibilities include abstracting clinical data, supporting junior staff, and maintaining knowledge of coding rules. Candidates must have completed the NHS Clinical Coding Foundation Course, with opportunities for training and development within a supportive team environment. This position offers a flexible working style in a leading healthcare organization.

Benefits

Access to training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Completed NHS Clinical Coding Foundation Course.
• Ability to abstract complex clinical information is essential.
• Demonstrate a commitment to developing coding expertise.

Responsibilities

• Abstract inpatient activity including diagnoses and procedures.
• Translate clinical information into appropriate codes.
• Maintain knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Support junior staff in the department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of clinical coding

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Completion of NHS Clinical Coding Foundation Course

Job description

To undertake the role of a Clinical Coder to clinical groups or specialties as appropriate, abstracting from patient notes and other information sources and assigning suitable codes onto the Trust’s patient administration system in line with National standards. Attend training sessions as necessary and work to maintain allocated reference manuals and standards manuals so that they are always up to date with national guidance.

We are recruiting and Band 4 Clinical Coders who have completed the NHS Clinical Coding Foundation Course.

Please note that sponsorship is not eligible for this post.

Only the Band 4 role is subject to the R & R Premium (subject to renewal in December 2026). This will be applied upon commencement of the role and will be included in the salary package from the start of employment.

Closing Date: This advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Responsibilities

• Abstract all the necessary information relating to inpatient activity including diagnoses and surgical procedures from both the case notes and the Trust’s electronic systems and input this into the patient administration system in a timely manner, ensuring coding deadlines are met.
• Translate clinical information into appropriate codes from various sources, adhering to national and local coding rules and conventions.
• Demonstrate a commitment to developing coding expertise, working alone and correctly prioritising clinical codes, attending in house workshops and external courses as advised.
• Maintain and improve personal knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Keep up to date with coding rules and conventions and pass yearly clinical coding audit.
• Raise information queries with responsible clinicians.
• Raise coding queries with appropriate senior staff to ensure consistency and quality of clinical coding data.
• Respond promptly and positively to requests for coding information from internal and external information requests.
• Support and motivate junior members of staff in the department.

General

• Be a flexible member of the Performance and Informatics Team, providing assistance to other staff within the department and covering the work of colleagues during the periods of absence or peak workloads.
• To develop and maintain a high level of knowledge and expertise in NHS information standards and definitions.
• Participate in appraisal and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives.
• Participate in appropriate training and development activities and maintain a good understanding of available new technologies/techniques.
• Ensure all processes have written current procedures and that they are followed and always maintained, offering suggestions for improvements to the process as appropriate.
• Participating in presentations to key stakeholders within Performance and Informatics where required.
• Take part in presentations relating to role.
• To undertake any other duties as required in accordance with the grade.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – Pathway To Excellence ® – University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk).

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

This advert closes on Thursday 30 Oct 2025.