Senior Coding & Clinical Engagement Lead

NHS; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust invites applications for a Coding Analyst and Clinical Engagement Lead within the Clinical Coding Department. The role combines advanced clinical coding, data analysis, audit, education and engagement with clinicians to improve documentation, coding quality and tariff recovery.

You will lead coding improvement initiatives, deliver training, support audits and provide expert advice on coding standards and national rules, working with clinicians,

Qualifications

• First Level Degree or equivalent experience.
• Holds National Clinical Coding Qualification (NCCQ).
• Working towards or holds Clinical Coding Audit qualification.
• 5+ years NHS experience in Clinical Coding.
• Good understanding of HSMR and SHMI.
• Proven engagement with clinicians to improve documentation quality and data quality.

Responsibilities

• Validate coded clinical activity to support accurate HRG allocation and tariff reimbursement.
• Identify documentation gaps and opportunities for coding optimisation.
• Resolve complex coding issues through specialist knowledge and clinician engagement.
• Lead engagement with clinical teams to improve documentation quality and coding accuracy.
• Contribute to data quality improvements and income recovery with clear validation evidence.

Skills

NHS experience

Engagement with clinicians

Data analysis

Coding validation

Education

First Level Degree

NCCQ

Clinical Coding Audit qualification

Tools

Electronic patient administration systems

Job description

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust invites applications for a Coding Analyst and Clinical Engagement Lead within the Clinical Coding Department. The role combines advanced clinical coding, data analysis, audit, education and engagement with clinicians to improve documentation, coding quality and tariff recovery.

You will lead coding improvement initiatives, deliver training, support audits and provide expert advice on coding standards and national rules, working with clinicians,