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HoursRead the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.Full timeFlexible workingHome or remote working37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday 2 days must be in the office)Job ref 293-CSEP-0515Site Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustTown LondonSalary period YearlyClosing 29/12/2024 23:59Interview date 22/01/2025AdvertJob overviewWe are looking to recruit highly motivated and enthusiastic specialist Clinical Coder to join our Trust. The role of the Senior Clinical Coder is to provide a timely, accurate and effective coding service to the Trust.The post holder will be required to abstract, analyse and accurately code all clinical information from a patients electronic health records so that the correct information can lead to the correct HRG, Health Resource Group. You will be coding all specialties across the Trust using ICD -10 and OPCS -4 classifications in accordance with National Standard and the Trust's Policy & Procedure guidelines.The role requires the successful candidate to produce coding technical support to the SLA, Divisions, Information/IT and Finance and all other areas. You will need to be consistent, accurate, & complete in all data for use by all departments in the Trust. You should have at least 4 years coding experience in an acute Trust and be an Accredited Clinical Coder.Main duties of the jobMust have taken the National Clinical Coding Qualification and achieved Accredited Clinical Coding status (ACC)To complete timely and accurate clinical coding for all deadlines on all patients by the 12th of every monthTo accurately code information to support the correct Health Resource Groups (HRGs)Ensure all data is coded onto 3M Medicode software & CernerAct as a mentor and assist in the mentoring of less experienced codersEnsure that divisional/speciality coded data is regularly validated by clinicians to achieve the highest accuracy for mandatory information and payment flowsYou will be actively involved in meeting with clinicians and business managers to clarify coding issues that directly affect data quality and the Trust's financesWork efficiently as both an individual and as part of a teamWorking for our organisationHomerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page.The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.Person specificationEducation / Skills / Experience/ Trust ValuesAccredited Clinical CoderAbility to code high volumes of summaries from EPRExcellent problem-solving abilityAbility to prioritise & plan personal workloadSubstantive clinical coding experienceExperience in a wide range of specialties & their complexitiesKnowledge of Payment by Results/HRGs (Healthcare Resource Groups)Understanding and demonstration of the Trust ValuesGeneral Guidance for ApplicantsPlease ensure that you read the "Guidance Notes On Submitting An Application" under "Additional Documentation" before completing your application.Please note: we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.We are committed to achieving equality and inclusion at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and we respect and value the diversity and differences of our patients and our people, ensuring everyone is enabled to thrive, feels a sense of belonging, and is able to be their authentic self. We offer a range of flexible working options that enable you to balance your work and personal life, including part-time, compressed hours, remote working and job-shares.If you are interested in joining our team, please let us know your preferred working pattern in your application, and we will consider all requests for flexible working and try to accommodate them wherever possible.Please note that secondment arrangements will be considered for any fixed term positions, with the agreement of the existing line manager.We are committed to equal opportunities, and have been approved as a Disability Confident Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr