Jobs in Huddersfield, United Arab Emirates

Clinical Coder – Band 5

Location: Dorset - Fully remote option

Hours: 37.5 per week (Full-Time, Permanent)

Salary: NHS Band 5, £22 per hour (Limited company rate)

Join a Team that Delivers More Than Data — Make a Measurable Difference. We are recruiting on behalf of Our client for an experienced, Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) to join their dedicated Clinical Coding team.

As a Band 5 Clinical Coder, you will play a pivotal role in accurately translating complex medical information into coded data using ICD-10 and OPCS-4, supporting functions such as funding, reporting, clinical audit, and patient care planning.

1. Extract and analyse detailed clinical information to assign accurate codes using national standards.
2. Maintain exceptional data quality to support national performance metrics, mortality statistics, and clinical decision-making.
3. Work collaboratively with consultants, clinical teams, and information governance professionals.
4. Mentor less experienced coders and contribute to a strong team culture through peer reviews and knowledge sharing.
5. Support audit, performance reviews, and the implementation of local and national coding updates.
6. Maintain up-to-date knowledge in clinical coding standards and healthcare advancements.
7. Manage your workload independently while contributing to the overall success of the department.

1. Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) – essential.
2. Proven experience coding inpatient episodes across multiple specialties.
3. Strong understanding of NHS data standards and the significance of coded clinical data.
4. Comfortable handling complex or sensitive clinical information, including textual and photographic content.
5. Confident communicator, able to liaise with multi-disciplinary teams and present at meetings.
6. Proficiency in hospital admin systems and digital tools such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Here, you’ll join a supportive and expert team that values:

• Continuous professional development
• A strong sense of shared purpose and collaboration
• A modern, high-standard data and performance infrastructure
• Inclusion, diversity, and staff wellbeing

You'll benefit from:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to leading technology and NHS Coding resources
• Regular support from experienced leaders and managers
• A role that directly impacts patient care, hospital funding, and service improvement

️ “We’re not just coding data—we’re supporting better decisions, safer care, and a healthier NHS.”

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If you’re an ACC-qualified Clinical Coder ready to take your next step in a supportive, high-performing NHS Trust, get in touch today to find out more or submit your application.

Let us help you take the next step in your healthcare data career.