An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the clinical coding team at SWBH.
You will train as a clinical coder and be fully supported through an extensive training and mentoring process to attain the National Clinical Coding Qualification (ACC).
You will analyse source documentation and accurately code clinical information relating to diagnosis and operations using the ICD-10 and OPCS 4 classifications to meet trust deadlines.
The post-holder will be expected to attend internal and external training which could involve travelling.
You will need to have:
GCSE biology grade C or above
A good understanding of Anatomy & Physiology
An understanding of medical terminology.
Excellent analytical skills
Please note that applicants without previous experience will be considered for this positon
Complete accurate clinical coding to national standards.
Complete the national Clinical Coding Standards Course
Progress through an extensive internal training programme
Work towards attaining the NCCQ
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country – one of the country’s most culturally diverse areas. It’s a friendly and welcoming place – a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values – Ambition, Respect and Compassion – are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to “Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population.” It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It’s what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we’re ‘with you all the way’ we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Analyse and interpret source documentation to abstract complex clinical information converting into accurate clinical codes using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications.
Work with the wider clinical coding team to complete clinical coding on the hospital PAS system to meet national deadlines
Be conversant with complex national clinical coding rules and guidelines
Participate in ongoing internal training programme working towards ACC status.
Attend external training programmes as required
