Band 7 - Clinical Coding Auditor, Clinical Coding

5 months ago


Watford, United Kingdom West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

Are you a Clinical Coding Auditor with a keen eye for detail and a passion for accuracy?

We're searching for an exceptional Clinical Coding Auditor to join our thriving team at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

This is a full-time position covering 37.5 hours a week. We welcome great talent from all backgrounds and provide a flexible work environment and hybrid working options focused on positivity and progress

We're looking for someone who is passionate about coding data accuracy, eager to learn and contribute to improving the clinical coding practices within the Trust. If this sounds like you, then we want to hear from you.

**Why you'll love this role**:
**Be the coding champion**: Play a vital role in ensuring the Trust receives accurate reimbursement for its services. Your meticulous audits will directly translate to better patient care and improved Trust resources.

**Make a mark**: This is more than just a job. You'll be part of a collaborative team, actively contributing to improving clinical coding practices within the Trust.

**Work-life balance that works for you**: We champion a healthy work-life balance. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a hybrid working model that allows you to split your time between home and on-site working.

**Join a supportive community**: Become part of a friendly and welcoming team where you'll be valued for your skills and contributions.

There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.

The trust has recently gained ‘teaching hospital’ status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.

We are a flexible working employer.

At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.

We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.

Experience in drafting recommendations for improvement in coding quality and producing formal audit reports for presentation to the senior managers and clinicians.

Experience communicating audit feedback to the team members with empathy and respect for improvement and enhanced performance.

Good working knowledge of commissioning requirements in NHS including NTPS and HRGs.

Excellent time management skills -ability to work accurately and productively under pressure to meet deadlines and to produce audit reports at short notice.

Experience participating in coding validation meetings with clinicians.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.

The ability to work independently while also being a team player.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.



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