Senior Clinical Coder

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider is seeking a Senior Clinical Coder for their team in Chelmsford. The role requires experience in clinical coding, knowledge of ICD-10, and medical terminology. The Trust offers flexible working hours, a supportive environment, and opportunities for professional development. Candidates will be supported in achieving the National Clinical Coding Qualification. This position offers a salary of £31,049 per annum per pro-rata for part-time roles.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Comprehensive training and development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Possess the National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ) UK or be willing to work towards it.
• Demonstrable clinical coding experience across various specialties.
• Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to meet tight deadlines.
• Support patients' health and well-being through accurate coding.
• Participate in training and development programs.

Skills

Clinical coding experience

Knowledge of ICD-10 and OPCS-4.10

Knowledge of medical terminology

Team collaboration

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

5 GCSEs including English & Maths

Educated to NVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Job description

Senior Clinical Coder

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 25 December 2025

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

About us

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.

Job 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

• 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

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.

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

£31,049 a yearPer Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)