Senior Clinical Coder ACC | Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust; Stoke Mandeville; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a Senior Clinical Coder to join our established Clinical Coding Department in a home-based role. You will contribute to high-quality coded clinical data within a busy acute NHS environment.

The successful candidate will hold the National Clinical Coding Qualification and Accredited Clinical Coder status, or be working towards ACC, with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. We value accuracy and strong IT skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified Clinical Coder with evidence of National Clinical Coding Qualification.
• Accredited Clinical Coder status or working towards ACC.
• NHS acute hospital coding experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Accurately code clinical data for NHS acute care.
• Liaise with clinicians to clarify clinical information.
• Maintain high standards under tight deadlines and in a busy environment.

Skills

Clinical coding

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Communication skills

Education

National Clinical Coding Qualification

Accredited Clinical Coder status

Tools

Patient Administration Systems

Job description

Senior Clinical Coder ACC | Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Company: Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust

Salary: £32,073 - £39,043 pa pro rata 20% Recruitment and Retention

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced Clinical Coder to join our established Clinical Coding Department as a Senior Clinical Coder. This home-based role offers the opportunity to work as part of a supportive and knowledgeable team, contributing to the delivery of high-quality coded clinical data within a busy acute healthcare environment.

We are seeking an individual who is confident working in a fast-paced department and able to adapt to the demands of a constantly evolving NHS environment. The successful applicant will be a qualified and experienced Clinical Coder who holds the National Clinical Coding Qualification, giving them Accredited Clinical Coder status. Experienced Clinical Coders who are currently working towards Accredited Clinical Coder status may also be considered for appointment at Band 4, with progression to Band 5 following successful completion of the National Clinical Coding Qualification.

The post holder will demonstrate a high level of clinical coding knowledge and accuracy, with excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to their work. You will be able to manage competing priorities, work effectively under pressure and contribute positively as part of a team working to tight deadlines. A sound understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology is essential, alongside strong IT and communication skills. The role may involve liaison with clinicians to clarify clinical information and support accurate coding.

Previous NHS experience within an acute hospital setting would be desirable, although not essential. Experience of Patient Administration Systems would also be advantageous. Previous clerical experience, accurate keyboard skills and a good working knowledge of IT software packages are essential.

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

We’re committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.

As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.

Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.

Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

This advert closes on Tuesday 17 Nov 2026