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Up to 2 years training required: 70% of £34,581 = £24,206 pa.
Job summaryWe are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for Clinical Coding to join our team. We are a progressive department with a strong emphasis on training.
As an Accredited Clinical Coder you will have experience of coding a variety of specialties that occur within an acute NHS organisation. You will have a flexible and adaptable approach to work and strive to create accurate clinically coded data, embracing the national clinical coding standards, rules and conventions, to ensure the Trust data is sufficiently robust.
ACC Qualified Clinical Coders living within the geographical location of the Trust can chose to work on site full time or have the option to adopt a hybrid working approach, working part on site and part remotely.
We would also be delighted to receive applications from ACC qualified Clinical Coders who live outside the geographical area of East Kent who are interested in remote working.
We would consider applicants who do not have the qualifications, if successful you will be put on the annex 21 clause as below
Up to 2 years training required: 70% of £34,581 = £24,206 pa
Less than 1 years' training required: 75% of £34,581 = £25,935 pa
Main duties of the job- Analyse and interpret clinical information
- To create accurate clinically coded data in accordance with nationally mandated clinical coding standards
- Translate clinical documentation into an alphanumeric coded format
- To be proficient in navigation of ICD 10 and OPCS classifications
- To work independently, without direct supervision, prioritising the workload accordingly and in accordance with specific department directives
- To attend training and specialty workshops as requested by management to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills.
- To support the department in its commitment to service delivery
- To abide by the Trust mission and values to support the department in its commitment to service delivery.
Please review the job description in its entirety for full but not exhaustive details of the job role.
About usApplications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000.We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We care about our patients and our people. We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike. With our emphasis on staff training and development, a staff support scheme that's second to none, and a healthy package of benefits, it's easy to put down roots in East Kent Hospitals.
Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease review the job description in its entirety for the main responsibilities associated with the job role.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease review the job description in its entirety for the main responsibilities associated with the job role.
Person Specification Essential Essential Essential Essential Person Specification
Essential Essential Essential Essential Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Additional information
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Employer details Employer nameEast Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
AddressTrust wide
Kennington Road
Ashford
TN24 0LZ
Employer's website Job summaryWe are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for Clinical Coding to join our team. We are a progressive department with a strong emphasis on training.
As an Accredited Clinical Coder you will have experience of coding a variety of specialties that occur within an acute NHS organisation. You will have a flexible and adaptable approach to work and strive to create accurate clinically coded data, embracing the national clinical coding standards, rules and conventions, to ensure the Trust data is sufficiently robust.
ACC Qualified Clinical Coders living within the geographical location of the Trust can chose to work on site full time or have the option to adopt a hybrid working approach, working part on site and part remotely.
We would also be delighted to receive applications from ACC qualified Clinical Coders who live outside the geographical area of East Kent who are interested in remote working.
We would consider applicants who do not have the qualifications, if successful you will be put on the annex 21 clause as below
Up to 2 years training required: 70% of £34,581 = £24,206 pa
Less than 1 years' training required: 75% of £34,581 = £25,935 pa
Main duties of the job- Analyse and interpret clinical information
- To create accurate clinically coded data in accordance with nationally mandated clinical coding standards
- Translate clinical documentation into an alphanumeric coded format
- To be proficient in navigation of ICD 10 and OPCS classifications
- To work independently, without direct supervision, prioritising the workload accordingly and in accordance with specific department directives
- To attend training and specialty workshops as requested by management to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills.
- To support the department in its commitment to service delivery
- To abide by the Trust mission and values to support the department in its commitment to service delivery.
Please review the job description in its entirety for full but not exhaustive details of the job role.
About usApplications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000.We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We care about our patients and our people. We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike. With our emphasis on staff training and development, a staff support scheme that's second to none, and a healthy package of benefits, it's easy to put down roots in East Kent Hospitals.
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease review the job description in its entirety for the main responsibilities associated with the job role.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease review the job description in its entirety for the main responsibilities associated with the job role.
Person SpecificationEssentialEssential EssentialEssentialPerson Specification
EssentialEssential EssentialEssentialDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Additional information
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Employer detailsEmployer nameEast Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
AddressTrust wide
Kennington Road
Ashford
TN24 0LZ
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