Clinical Coding Training Lead

NHS; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity is available to join the Clinical Coding Department at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust as a Clinical Coding Training Lead. This role involves providing high-quality clinical coding training, improving data collection, and contributing to excellent service standards. The position offers a competitive salary, opportunities for flexible working, and professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Clinical Coder.
• Expertise in clinical coding using ICD10 and OPCS4.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical coding training service for the Trust.
• Plan and coordinate training schedules for trainee coders.
• Carry out quality checks on coded data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Accredited Clinical Coder (IHRIM)

Management qualification in related subject

NHS England Approved Clinical Coding Trainer Status

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job summary

CLINICAL CODING TRAINING LEAD POSITION ATTRACTING A 15% RETENTION AND RECRUITMENT PREMIUM

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Clinical Coding Department as an ACC qualified Clinical Coder at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP).

Core duties are the provision of an efficient and high-quality clinical coding training service, as well as meeting Trust deadlines associated with clinical coding.

We require a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our extremely busy team. If you are looking to develop your skills in the coding environment and feel that you can make a positive contribution to our service, we would like to hear from you.

UHP are currently working towards implementing an EPR system go live July 26. We are currently offering the opportunity for some hybrid working with more options once UHP are fully digital (July 26).

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will provide support for the improvement of clinically coded data collection across the Trust and will assist the Head of Clinical Coding and the Clinical Coding Training and Audit Manager in acting as a point of reference for Clinicians and other Staff groups.

The post-holder will be responsible for managing and providing clinical coding training throughout the department. To deliver full training programmes together with recommendations to Coders and Managerial staff towards the improvement of clinical standards throughout the Trust.

The post-holder will assist the Head of Clinical Coding and the Clinical Coding Training and Audit Manager in providing advice and support for clinical coding issues.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details Date posted

02 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

216-AJ-A7280646

Job locations

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

Job description Job responsibilities

1. Provide a comprehensive clinical coding training service for the Trust

2. In conjunction with the Clinical Coding training and Audit Manager, maintain a Trust annual Coding Training Program in keeping with the Data Security Standard 3 Staff Training - Clinical Coding Training requirements. Agree outcomes to be actioned. Produce and implement robust action plans to resolve outcomes.

3. To have successfully completed an NHS England Clinical Coding Trainer Program (CCTP) in order to have achieved NHS England Approved Clinical Coding Trainer status.

4. Attend all NHS Digital Approved Clinical Coding Trainer refresher training courses/forums as required and complete all NHS England requirements in order to maintain approved clinical coding trainer status.

5. Carry out quality checks on coded data for the Trusts inpatient, day case and regular day activity.

6. To work in conjunction with staff from the Information team to communicate the importance of clinical coding, including liaising with Service Lines in support of data quality, performance targets and business planning. Undertake presentation where appropriate to clinical, managerial and administrative staff.

7. Develop individual training plans for clinical coders as identified through coding audit to provided one to one coaching and support.

8. To continue to improve the quality of coded data through the delivery of training and awareness sessions to health care professionals.

9. Plan, coordinate and deliver a comprehensive clinical coding training schedule for trainee coders and continued training and development of existing staff alongside the Clinical Coding Training and Audit Manager (utilising NHS England approved courses and training materials) ensuring they operate within National Standards.

10. Promote the schedule of courses to external organisations to generate income for the Trust and where necessary work outside of the Trust to deliver training courses.

11. Provide advice to clinical staff, business managers nursing and other staff groups on coding issues as required.

12. Undertake clinical coding of patient activity as necessary.

13. To take part in regular performance appraisal

14. Perform regular performance appraisals

15. Supervise Support Trainers and their trainees/mentees where required.

16. Adhoc Code requests

For full details and person specification please see job description.

Job description Job responsibilities

1. Provide a comprehensive clinical coding training service for the Trust

2. In conjunction with the Clinical Coding training and Audit Manager, maintain a Trust annual Coding Training Program in keeping with the Data Security Standard 3 Staff Training - Clinical Coding Training requirements. Agree outcomes to be actioned. Produce and implement robust action plans to resolve outcomes.

3. To have successfully completed an NHS England Clinical Coding Trainer Program (CCTP) in order to have achieved NHS England Approved Clinical Coding Trainer status.

4. Attend all NHS Digital Approved Clinical Coding Trainer refresher training courses/forums as required and complete all NHS England requirements in order to maintain approved clinical coding trainer status.

5. Carry out quality checks on coded data for the Trusts inpatient, day case and regular day activity.

6. To work in conjunction with staff from the Information team to communicate the importance of clinical coding, including liaising with Service Lines in support of data quality, performance targets and business planning. Undertake presentation where appropriate to clinical, managerial and administrative staff.

7. Develop individual training plans for clinical coders as identified through coding audit to provided one to one coaching and support.

8. To continue to improve the quality of coded data through the delivery of training and awareness sessions to health care professionals.

9. Plan, coordinate and deliver a comprehensive clinical coding training schedule for trainee coders and continued training and development of existing staff alongside the Clinical Coding Training and Audit Manager (utilising NHS England approved courses and training materials) ensuring they operate within National Standards.

10. Promote the schedule of courses to external organisations to generate income for the Trust and where necessary work outside of the Trust to deliver training courses.

11. Provide advice to clinical staff, business managers nursing and other staff groups on coding issues as required.

12. Undertake clinical coding of patient activity as necessary.

13. To take part in regular performance appraisal

14. Perform regular performance appraisals

15. Supervise Support Trainers and their trainees/mentees where required.

16. Adhoc Code requests

For full details and person specification please see job description.

Person Specification KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential

• o Must have previous experience as a Clinical Coder
• o Expertise in clinical coding using ICD10 and OPCS4
• o proven Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• o proven Knowledge and experience in the use of medical terminology
• o Good keyboard skills
• o Good proven knowledge of Microsoft Office software

Desirable

• o proven Evidence of working with clinical data
• o proven Knowledge of national coding developments
• o proven Knowledge of patient management systems in relation to clinical coding

QUALIFICATIONS Essential

• o Accredited Clinical Coder (IHRIM)
• oManagement qualification in related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience
• o NHS England Approved Clinical Coding Trainer Status

Desirable

• o Degree in science based subject
• o Educated to GCSE standard in a science subject
• o Minimum 2:2 pass in first degree

APTITUDE & ABILITIES Essential

• o Accuracy and attention to detail is essential
• o Effective communication and inter-personal skills
• o Used to changing priorities and tight deadlines
• o Ability to work in a busy environment
• o Ability to prioritise own workloads
• o Ability to maintain confidentiality to the highest degree
• o Team worker

DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION Essential

• o Analytical
• o Self motivated
• o Customer orientated
• o Quality control

OTHER FACTORS Essential

• o Able to work flexible hours
• o This job requires long periods of focus and concentration sitting for long periods at a computer

Person Specification KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential

• o Must have previous experience as a Clinical Coder
• o Expertise in clinical coding using ICD10 and OPCS4
• o proven Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• o proven Knowledge and experience in the use of medical terminology
• o Good keyboard skills
• o Good proven knowledge of Microsoft Office software

Desirable

• o proven Evidence of working with clinical data
• o proven Knowledge of national coding developments
• o proven Knowledge of patient management systems in relation to clinical coding

QUALIFICATIONS Essential

• o Accredited Clinical Coder (IHRIM)
• oManagement qualification in related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience
• o NHS England Approved Clinical Coding Trainer Status

Desirable

• o Degree in science based subject
• o Educated to GCSE standard in a science subject
• o Minimum 2:2 pass in first degree

APTITUDE & ABILITIES Essential

• o Accuracy and attention to detail is essential
• o Effective communication and inter-personal skills
• o Used to changing priorities and tight deadlines
• o Ability to work in a busy environment
• o Ability to prioritise own workloads
• o Ability to maintain confidentiality to the highest degree
• o Team worker

DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION Essential

• o Analytical
• o Self motivated
• o Customer orientated
• o Quality control

OTHER FACTORS Essential

• o Able to work flexible hours
• o This job requires long periods of focus and concentration sitting for long periods at a computer

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)