Flexible Working, The opportunity to work from home, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Professional Development, Joining a well-established team in one of the largest NHS teaching trusts provides opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Impactful Work, Contributing to the accuracy of coded data which is vital for clinical audit, governance, and research within the NHS.
Networking Opportunities, Interacting with clinicians and operational staff helps in building valuable professional relationships.
Essential Role, Being a key part of the Trust's operations that supports the National Tariff Payment System and overall management of hospital services.
Educational Environment, Working in a setting that prioritizes medical education and training offers exposure to the latest practices and advancements in the field.
Commitment to Values, Being part of an organization that focuses on delivering compassionate excellence ensures alignment with high-quality patient care standards.
Are you an experienced Clinical Coder ready to make a meaningful impact? Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is on the lookout for passionate individuals like you to join our dedicated Clinical Coding team. If you have a solid two years of coding experience with ICD-10 and OPCS classifications, alongside a robust understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, we want to hear from you! Our team plays a vital role in ensuring accurate patient information is coded, supporting essential functions from clinical audits to the Trust's income management.
We proudly offer flexibility with our Working from Home Local Agreement, allowing for a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, especially appealing for women seeking a fulfilling career alongside their personal commitments. Join us in our mission of 'Delivering Compassionate Excellence,' where our core values of compassion, respect, and quality care resonate throughout everything we do. With four hospitals under our care and a commitment to professional development, Oxford University Hospitals is not just a workplace; it’s where your career can flourish while making a difference in the community. For more information, please contact Rachel Franklin, Clinical Coding Operational Manager, at 07377881895. Don’t miss out; apply by 27th April 2025!
We proudly offer flexibility with our Working from Home Local Agreement, allowing for a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, especially appealing for women seeking a fulfilling career alongside their personal commitments. Join us in our mission of 'Delivering Compassionate Excellence,' where our core values of compassion, respect, and quality care resonate throughout everything we do. With four hospitals under our care and a commitment to professional development, Oxford University Hospitals is not just a workplace; it’s where your career can flourish while making a difference in the community. For more information, please contact Rachel Franklin, Clinical Coding Operational Manager, at 07377881895. Don’t miss out; apply by 27th April 2025!
Flexible Working, The opportunity to work from home, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Professional Development, Joining a well-established team in one of the largest NHS teaching trusts provides opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Impactful Work, Contributing to the accuracy of coded data which is vital for clinical audit, governance, and research within the NHS.
Networking Opportunities, Interacting with clinicians and operational staff helps in building valuable professional relationships.
Essential Role, Being a key part of the Trust's operations that supports the National Tariff Payment System and overall management of hospital services.
Educational Environment, Working in a setting that prioritizes medical education and training offers exposure to the latest practices and advancements in the field.
Commitment to Values, Being part of an organization that focuses on delivering compassionate excellence ensures alignment with high-quality patient care standards.
Clinical Coder Band 4-5
Oxford University Hospital NHS Trust is investing in its Clinical Coding Department and is looking to recruit an experienced Clinical Coder to join our well-established team.
To apply you must have at least 2 years’ experience in coding using ICD 10 & OPCS classifications as well as having an excellent knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
The Clinical Coding department has its own Working from Home Local Agreement which gives the candidate the opportunity to work remotely, this is available upon request dependent on certain Trust and Department criteria.
The Clinical Coding Team is responsible for the extraction and translation of inpatient information using the ICD-10 and OPCS-4 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.
As part of the role, you will be expected to interact with clinicians, operational staff and have responsibility for your own work load whilst maintaining accurate clinical coding quality.
Please Contact
Rachel Franklin, Clinical Coding Operational Manager on
Closing Date: 27/04/2025
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. For more information on OUH please view OUH At a Glance by OUHospitals - Issuu
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.
We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.
These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rachel Franklin Job title: Clinical Coding Operational Manager Email address: Telephone number:
Oxford University Hospital NHS Trust is investing in its Clinical Coding Department and is looking to recruit an experienced Clinical Coder to join our well-established team.
To apply you must have at least 2 years’ experience in coding using ICD 10 & OPCS classifications as well as having an excellent knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
The Clinical Coding department has its own Working from Home Local Agreement which gives the candidate the opportunity to work remotely, this is available upon request dependent on certain Trust and Department criteria.
The Clinical Coding Team is responsible for the extraction and translation of inpatient information using the ICD-10 and OPCS-4 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.
As part of the role, you will be expected to interact with clinicians, operational staff and have responsibility for your own work load whilst maintaining accurate clinical coding quality.
Please Contact
Rachel Franklin, Clinical Coding Operational Manager on
Closing Date: 27/04/2025
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. For more information on OUH please view OUH At a Glance by OUHospitals - Issuu
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.
We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.
These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rachel Franklin Job title: Clinical Coding Operational Manager Email address: Telephone number:
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To work as a Clinical Coder in the UK, you'll need a combination of technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Here’s a list of essential skills and qualifications for the role:
Essential Skills:
1. Medical Terminology Knowledge: Familiarity with medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology is crucial to accurately interpret clinical documentation.
2. Coding Systems Proficiency:
- Knowledge of coding systems such as ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases), OPCS-4 (Office of Population Censuses and Surveys), and SNOMED CT (Systematized Nomenclature of Medicine Clinical Terms) is vital.
3. Attention to Detail: Clinical coding requires a high degree of accuracy, as coding errors can lead to incorrect billing and data reporting.
4. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills are necessary to interpret clinical information and translate it into codes.
5. Computer Skills: Proficiency in using coding software, electronic health records (EHRs), and databases is important.
6. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to resolve discrepancies in clinical documentation and coding.
7. Understanding of Healthcare Systems: Knowledge about the NHS and healthcare pathways, including how clinical coding fits into the overall healthcare system.
8. Teamwork and Communication Skills: Ability to work effectively within a healthcare team and communicate coding requirements with medical staff.
9. Time Management: Efficiently managing time and workload, particularly when working with tight deadlines.
Qualifications and Training:
- Formal Qualifications: While not always mandatory, a background in healthcare or medical-related fields (e.g., nursing, healthcare administration) can be beneficial. Specific coding qualifications, such as those offered by the NHS or professional bodies, can enhance employability.
- Certifications: Consider obtaining relevant certifications, such as those from the British Coding and Classification Association (BC&CA) or the International Academy of Clinical Coding (IACC).
- Continuous Professional Development: Engage in ongoing education and training to keep up with changes in coding standards and healthcare regulations.
Work Experience:
- Experience in a clinical setting or healthcare administrative role, even if not directly in coding, can provide valuable insight and improve job readiness.
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