Senior Clinical Coder
| Posting date: | 10 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £29,970.00 to £36,483.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £29970.00 - £36483.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 June 2025 |
| Location: | Leicester, LE1 5WW |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9358-25-0409 |
Summary
To accurately analyse, interpret and extract relevant clinical information and data (including complex conditions, treatments and High Cost Drugs) from a variety of sources including medical case notes, electronic discharge letters, Radiology Pathology and other clinical information systems. Responsible for managing own workload within broad guidelines. Have a joint goal with other coders to achieve coding targets. Assist colleagues with coding patient case notes if necessary, to ensure all coding is completed within the Trusts stated deadlines. This may include mentoring less experienced colleagues. Produce all necessary reports regarding performance monitoring. Present benchmarking analysis to the CMGs and Clinical Coding Manager to identify areas of concern in the coded data and assisting in producing an action plan to address coding and clinical information issues. Be responsible for appraisals of all Band 4, 3 and 1 members of staff, developing personal development plans ensuring all training requirements are met. Assist in the recruitment process of short listing and interviewing together with the Clinical Coding Manager and Site Leads. Deputise for the Site Leads and attend internal and external meetings as necessary. Develop and implement Trust Coding Policies and procedures in conjunction with senior medical staff.