Senior Clinical Coder/Intermediate Clinical Coder | Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS healthcare provider in Walsall is seeking a motivated Senior or Intermediate Clinical Coder to join the clinical coding team. The role requires knowledge of ICD-10 and OPCS-4, strong communication skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement in coding practices. The successful candidate will work flexible hours in a supportive environment with opportunities for mentorship. The position involves maintaining coding skills, participating in audits, and enhancing departmental coding standards. Apply by 1 Jan 2026.

Qualifications

• Must have passed the NCCQ examination for Senior Clinical Coder.
• Demonstrable recent experience within NHS clinical coding for Intermediate Clinical Coder.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clinical coding skills and knowledge.
• Participate in audit, training and mentoring.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Improve coding practices within the department.

Skills

ICD-10 knowledge

OPCS-4 knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

NCCQ examination completion

NHS Digital-approved foundation course

Job description

Overview

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a motivated, highly enthusiastic and dynamic Senior or Intermediate Clinical Coder to join our clinical coding team. The Trust is an integrated provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, with inpatient and outpatient services at the Manor Hospital and extensive community care.

Working Hours & Conditions

Offer: 37.5 hours per week over 5 days (Mon–Fri). Part‑time hours are also considered. Flexible working is available, and homeworking is on a rotational basis for Band 5 Senior Clinical Coders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain your clinical coding skills and knowledge.
• Participate in audit, training and mentoring activities.
• Communicate effectively with junior clinical coders, auditors and clinicians.
• Support the continuous improvement of coding practices within the department.

Requirements

• For the Senior Clinical Coder (Band 5 + 30% R&R Premium), the successful candidate must have passed the NCCQ examination.
• For a Band 4 Intermediate Clinical Coder, the role may be considered for candidates wishing to take the NCCQ examination or awaiting results, with demonstrable recent experience within NHS clinical coding.
• Other essential skills include extensive knowledge of ICD-10 and OPCS‑4, a thorough understanding of national clinical coding standards and conventions, and completion of the NHS Digital-approved foundation course.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required to interact with colleagues across the department.
• Willingness to learn and embrace new experiences.

Please refer to full job description.

This advert closes on Thursday 1 Jan 2026.