Senior Clinical Coder

Job Title: Clinical Coder

Location: Bolton

Job Summary: Our client is seeking a Clinical Coder to join their wonderful Coding team, part of the Informatics Directorate. This high-performing organisation is consistently rated as the best place to work in Greater Manchester by staff surveys, ensuring a supportive and appreciative work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse and extract diagnostic and procedural information from electronic patient records, case notes, and other systems.
• Assign appropriate codes using ICD-10 and OPCS classifications.
• Provide accurate data for local and national comparative/planning purposes, Clinical Governance, and Finance.
• Ensure timely and accurate clinical coding in accordance with national standards.
• Mentor Trainee Clinical Coders and support their development.
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to enhance data recording and analysis.

Qualifications:

• National Clinical Coding Qualification (ACC).
• Experience in an NHS clinical coding setting.
• Strong understanding of ICD-10 and OPCS4 classifications and national clinical coding standards.

Skills:

• Highly organised with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships across all levels.
• Attention to detail and a genuine interest in data recording and analysis.

About the Organisation: The organisation offers a hybrid working model, with both off-site and on-site work at their hospital. They provide a relocation package for candidates outside Greater Manchester/Lancashire. The hospital is one of the busiest in Greater Manchester, with a turnover of £320m and approximately 700 beds. They also provide community care at over 20 health centres and clinics, serving a population of around 270,000 with approximately 5,300 staff.

Apply Now: If you are experienced in clinical coding and motivated to contribute to a high-quality coding service, we would love to hear from you. Join this organisation in ensuring their patients receive the best possible care.