Role Summary
To critically analyse medical intervention and procedural terminology and other clinical information and assign accurate diagnostic, intervention and procedure codes for all inpatient, day case and regular day activity using the relevant coding classifications, namely ICD10 and OPCS-4, to enable the Trust to meet both its business and clinical information requirements.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
Option for a Trainee Band 3, to then pass an internal assessment after 12 months to progress to a Band 4. Any already Accredited Coders are welcome at Band 5. Eastern or Northern Devon with remote and flexible working available.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our established Clinical Coding Team at Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
The Clinical Coding Team is responsible for the extraction and translation of inpatient Clinical information using the ICD-10 and OPCS Coding Classifications. This information is essential for the effective management of the Trust and crucial to the National Tariff Payment System that underpins Trust income. Coded data is also important for clinical audit, governance and research.
The role requires you to be methodical, have excellent analytical skills and be able to demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail during prolonged periods of concentration. Having good verbal and written communication skills will help you when engaging with clinical staff to improve coding quality.
Applications for a Trainee Clinical Coder at Band 3:
Will be considered if you can demonstrate the aforementioned skills, are computer literate, have interest in healthcare and possess a basic knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and medical terminology. Through self-directed study and supported training, managed and delivered by our Clinical Coding Trainer, you will have the opportunity to obtain your professional qualification and become an Accredited Clinical Coder. Career progression is encouraged and supported through the pay bands. Successful completion of a departmental exam after a minimum of 1 year will result in progression to Band 4. A six month probationary period will apply.
Applications for Band 4:
Role will be considered from Clinical Coders who are not ACC qualified but are currently working in the role. You will be working towards obtaining your qualification at present or be committed to doing so on joining us and you must have attended a Clinical Coding Standards Course within the last 2 years. A six month probationary period will apply.
Applications for a Band 5:
Role will be considered from ACC qualified coders only (professional qualification - Institute of Health Records and Information Management) and you must demonstrate experience of coding across a wide range of specialities for an acute NHS Trust as well as evidence of attending a refresher course in the last 2-3 years. A six month probationary period will apply.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, remote and flexible working options available to ACC qualified coders. Trainees Mon- Fri 8am - 4pm
As a team we offer a flexible approach to working. A combination of site based and remote opportunities are available. Working patterns can be varied to suit individual personal commitments and a healthy work/life balance.
Due to the recent implementation of the Trust’s full Electronic Patient Record, Epic, we are now able to support agile/hybrid working, with most of the Team having the opportunity to work remotely. There is a dedicated Coding office available at both our Eastern and Northern sites should you prefer office working and for trainee coders you will be required to work from the office whilst you undertake training but there will be opportunities to work form home during this period.
Interview Date: To be decided
For further information please contact Claire Prior, Head of Clinical Coding on 01271 322767 claire.prior@nhs.net
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
