Lead Clinical Coder

Healthshare Ltd; Norwich; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Lead Clinical Coder to ensure accurate coding of medical records. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and collaboration with clinical staff, as well as the National Clinical Coding Qualification. With competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this position offers flexibility with remote work and limited travel to Norwich and London.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Private Healthcare (Benenden)

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Blue Light Card

Refer a Friend Scheme

CPD Opportunities

Wagestream

Reward Gateway

Cycle to Work Scheme

Smart Tech

EV Car Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical coding and coding standards.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Maintain up-to-date coding knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and code patient records using coding classifications.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of data.
• Participate in audits and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Education

National Clinical Coding Qualification (ACC)

Tools

ICD-10

OPCS-4

Job description

Lead Clinical Coder

Full Time/Part Time

Circa £50,000

Depending on experience

Remote with some travel to Norwich and London

We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Clinical Coder able to work independently, to join us. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurately coding medical records using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications, ensuring compliance and hold the National Clinical Coding Qualification (ACC)

Main duties of the job:

• Analysing and coding patient records using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications.
• Ensuring accuracy and completeness of coded data.
• Collaborating with clinical staff to clarify diagnoses and procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding standards and practices.
• Participating in audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Project work to combine systems which is taking place/due to take place.
• Working across different sites.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) and option to buy/sell
• Private Healthcare (Benenden)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Blue Light Card
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• CPD Opportunities
• Wagestream
• Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Smart Tech
• EV Car Scheme