Experienced Clinical Coder inPortsmouth inPortsmouth PUBLISHED 11 DEC 2023
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We have a new opportunity for a Band 4 Experienced Clinical Coder to join us here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.
We are looking for someone who is able to demonstrate a high level of clinical coding skill and the ability to work to a high degree of accuracy with attention to detail. You must be self-motivated, able to work well under pressure and be flexible in your approach. You must be able to work well as part of a team and at working to tight deadlines.
You should have a good understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology. Good IT skills are also necessary as are good communication skills, It will be expected you will provide a vital and dynamic coding role within an excellent, high achieving and supportive coding team.
This post is only open for applications for individuals employed within the Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Care System
Organisations within scope are as follows:
- Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board
- Southern Health Foundation Trust
- Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
- University Hospital Southampton
- Solent NHS Trust
- South Central Ambulance Service
- Isle of Wight NHS Trust
- Hampshire Hospitals
NHS Salary Band: Band 4
Salary: £26,530 - £29,114 per annum
Work Location: Queen Alexandra Hospital, Cosham
Hours per week: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 18th October 2024 (Please note: we may interview on receipt of application and the role may close before the closing date)
- To abstract from the patients casenotes, and other sources as required, all relevant information concerning the primary diagnosis, co-morbidities, procedures, investigations, and treatment for each period of care.
- To translate this information into ICD-10 and OPCS 4 codes using judgement based on knowledge and experience and enter onto the hospital Patient Administration system, in a timely and accurate manner following the rules of coding convention for International Classification of Diseases and OPCS procedure books.
- Able to deal with coding queries and liaise with clinicians and specialty administration staff.
We have a new opportunity for a Band 4 Experienced Clinical Coder to join us here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.
We are looking for someone who is able to demonstrate a high level of clinical coding skill and the ability to work to a high degree of accuracy with attention to detail. You must be self-motivated, able to work well under pressure and be flexible in your approach. You must be able to work well as part of a team and at working to tight deadlines.
You should have a good understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology. Good IT skills are also necessary as are good communication skills, It will be expected you will provide a vital and dynamic coding role within an excellent, high achieving and supportive coding team.
This post is only open for applications for individuals employed within the Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Care System
Organisations within scope are as follows:
- Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board
- Southern Health Foundation Trust
- Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
- University Hospital Southampton
- Solent NHS Trust
- South Central Ambulance Service
- Isle of Wight NHS Trust
- Hampshire Hospitals
NHS Salary Band: Band 4
Salary: £26,530 - £29,114 per annum
Work Location: Queen Alexandra Hospital, Cosham
Hours per week: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 18th October 2024 (Please note: we may interview on receipt of application and the role may close before the closing date)
- To abstract from the patients casenotes, and other sources as required, all relevant information concerning the primary diagnosis, co-morbidities, procedures, investigations, and treatment for each period of care.
- To translate this information into ICD-10 and OPCS 4 codes using judgement based on knowledge and experience and enter onto the hospital Patient Administration system, in a timely and accurate manner following the rules of coding convention for International Classification of Diseases and OPCS procedure books.
- Able to deal with coding queries and liaise with clinicians and specialty administration staff.
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