Trainee Clinical Coder: Shape Patient Care with Data

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Bradford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Trainee Clinical Coder/Clinical Coder (NHS AfC: Band 3) at Bradford Royal Infirmary. The role supports accurate clinical coding to translate patient data into national codes, influencing patient care insights and NHS resource planning.

The post involves analysing records, applying ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications, and developing expertise with structured training and study support.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly, both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.

Responsibilities

• Analyse complex clinical records and assign diagnostic and procedural codes using national standards.
• Apply national clinical coding classifications, standards and guidance for high-quality data.
• Collaborate with clinicians to clarify documentation and resolve coding queries.
• Contribute to clinical coding audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Mentor less experienced coders and promote best practice.

Skills

Communication

Prioritisation

Stakeholder communication

Workload management

Deadline-oriented

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Willingness to gain NCCQ

Clinical Coding Standards Course (Band 4 only)

Job description

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Trainee Clinical Coder/Clinical Coder (NHS AfC: Band 3) at Bradford Royal Infirmary. The role supports accurate clinical coding to translate patient data into national codes, influencing patient care insights and NHS resource planning.

The post involves analysing records, applying ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications, and developing expertise with structured training and study support.