Senior Clinical Coder

Basildon and Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Foundation Trust in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Clinical Coder to join their team in Chelmsford and Southend. The position offers flexible working patterns to support a healthy work/life balance and requires knowledge of clinical coding, medical terminology, and the ability to work well under pressure. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and have experience in an acute hospital setting. Join a supportive team dedicated to development and well-being.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive work environment

Comprehensive training and development

Qualifications

• Possess the National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ) UK or be willing to work towards it.
• Experience using ICD-10 and OPCS-4.10 classifications in an acute hospital setting.
• Willingness to work as part of a team to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate coding experience across all specialties and complexity levels.
• Maintain knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Collaborate with the team to enhance departmental performance.

Skills

Clinical coding experience

Knowledge of medical terminology

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

ACC qualification

5 GCSEs including English & Maths

Educated to NVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Job description

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Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS), which is a system of health and care partners working together for our local population.

Within Mid and South Essex there are 149 GP practices, operating from over 200 sites, forming 27 Primary Care Networks and one Ambulance Trust. There are also three main community and mental health service providers who work together through a community collaborative.

We collaborate with other valuable partners, including three Healthwatch organisations, nine voluntary and community sector organisations and three top tier local authorities, with seven district, borough and city councils, as well as our local universities.

Job overview

Due to recent investment in the Clinical Coding Team at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, we are excited to offer an opportunity for experienced Clinical Coders to join our team at Broomfield hospital in Chelmsford and Southend hospital in Southend.

We are looking for committed and enthusiastic Clinical Coders to join us.

In return, we offer incredibly flexible working hours, and a fabulous on site working environment, with an inclusive and supportive culture where the management team are committed to supporting the well-being of our team members.

Flexible working patterns can be varied to suit individual personal commitments, and to support a healthy work/life balance.

The department also offers comprehensive training and development for all coders. You will be supported by our team of experienced trainers to help develop your existing skills and in learning new ones.

Main duties of the job

• Possess the National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ) UK or be willing to work towards it at some point in the future
• Have experience of using ICD-10 and OPCS-4.10 classifications in an acute hospital setting
• Be experienced in clinical coding for a wide range of specialties
• Have extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
• Be willing to work as part of a team to meet tight deadlines

Working for our organisation

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This is a Senior Clinical Coder post at Band 5; consideration will be given to non-accredited coders - subject to assessment. Non ACC may be offered a post at a band 4 with automatic upgrade to Band 5 upon achieving accreditation.

Please see attached the full job description setting out the details of the role and responsibilities.

If you like the challenge of working in a fast pace and exciting environment, where we look after and value you, then you may be the person to join our team and we look forward to receiving your application.

Person specification

Qualifications

• ACC qualification
• 5 GCSEs including English & Maths or equivalent level of attainment
• Educated to NVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Medical Terminology; Anatomy and Physiology
• Knowledge of GDPR

Experience

• Demonstrable clinical coding experience across all specialties and levels of complexity, to be proven either by an acceptable portfolio of evidence or sitting an internal examination

Please be aware as per the new Immigration guidelines we cannot sponsor candidates with a salary (full time or pro Rata) under the current minimum threshold.

Please note, the selection processes at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain vigilant against candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills, and you will be required to declare on your application if AI has been used before submitting your application.

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Documents to download

• Senior Clinical Coder JD & PS (PDF, 432.6KB)
• Privacy Policy (PDF, 441.0KB)
• AFC Pay Poster 25/26 (PDF, 32.3KB)
• Behaviours Framework (JPG, 298.0KB)
• Trust marketing brochure (PDF, 2.1MB)
• General Statements - AFC - V5.1 (PDF, 424.6KB)