Trainee Clinical Coder (Band 3)

at  North Bristol NHS Trust

The post holder will undergo training, to gain a sound knowledge and understanding of the International classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, 10th revision (ICD-10) and OPCS- 4, clinical coding classifications, anatomy and physiology and medical terminology. To ensure that clinical coded data is entered accurately and appropriately into the Trusts computer system for every relevant patient care episode, with required deadlines as agreed with the Trusts commissioners. Liaise with appropriate staff, with any queries arising Document coding problems and queries for their Divisional Lead, and/or Trusts coding trainer, who will then submit any unresolved queries to Delen, National Clinical Coding Helpdesk. Attend all national, local and in-house training sessions/relevant workshops and seminars, as required.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all Trusts policies at all times. Ensure adherence to national procedures and guidelines for clinical coding and follow any local policies. Organise own workloads and work as part of a team, to ensure complete and accurate coding, with the Trusts monthly deadlines within framework denoted by Divisional Leads. Ensure that incomplete coding due to outstanding histology results, is checked and completed on a regular basis, in conjunction with their Divisional Lead, to ensure accurate and completed clinical coding in a timely manner, as required.
During the initial training period to work towards meeting individual and overall department key performance indicators (KPIs). The post holder will be expected to achieve department KPIs within agreed timescales and support. The individual KPI will progress over the first year, to achieve 30 spells coded per day by end of year 1. To undertake the 21 day Clinical Coding Standards Course, within 6 months.
To successfully pass the Trusts in-house clinical coding exam and audit assessment after 12 and 18 months to check progress and readiness for the NCCQ. As part of the departments wider clinical coding audit programme, the post holders coding will be periodically audited for completed clinical coding episodes, as part of ongoing data quality assurance within the department

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