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Job summary

To review medical information from patients records and other electronic systems and to clinical / medically code in accordance with NHS England's classifications and national standards.

To understand classification systems in particular WHO ICD and OPCS interventions.

A good knowledge consisting of human anatomy and physiology, medical diagnosis and how patients are treated.

To undertake continued learning around all surgical and medical specialities.

The ability to use multiple electronic systems to gather clinical data.

Main duties of the job

Assign codes from the International Classification of Diseases (ICD10), Office of Population Censuses and Surveys (OPCS4) and SNOMED applying National and International rules to agreed standards. Inputting of coded data onto the Patient Administration System (PAS) for all Inpatient, Day Case and Waiting List episodes Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology Ensuring that coding is carried out in an accurate, timely and complete manner to meet the Trusts 10 day deadline for statutory information requirements and financial flows To meet the throughput and deadlines allocated by the coding managers operating mainly on own initiative but referring more complex analysis to more experienced coding staff or managers

About us

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.

WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.

At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assign codes from the International Classification of Diseases (ICD10), Office of Population Censuses and Surveys (OPCS4) and SNOMED applying National and International rules to agreed standards. Inputting of coded data onto the Patient Administration System (PAS) for all Inpatient, Day Case and Waiting List episodes To use a basic level of knowledge in medical terminology and anatomy & physiology when making judgements in translating information where clinical description does not map to an exact code applying UK clinical coding classification conventions To use judgement based on knowledge acquired through National Standards and work-based training to translate cases where the information provided is not readily easy to code and to seek help from senior members of staff and liaise with clinical leads for these types of coding queries Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology Working on own initiative within standard departmental procedures and managing day-to-day workloads, referring more complex issues to more senior colleagues Ensuring that coding is carried out in an accurate, timely and complete manner to meet the Trusts 10 day deadline for statutory information requirements and financial flows To meet the throughput and deadlines allocated by the coding managers operating mainly on own initiative but referring more complex analysis to more experienced coding staff or managers Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

5 GCSE or equivalent to include Mathematics / English NVQ Level 3

Desirable

A-levels including English and/or Mathematics and/or a science subject or equivalent. IT Qualification ECDL, ITIL Degree/Graduate status

Experience

Essential

Computer literate with experience of applying this in the work environment General administerial office experience

Desirable

Experience using PAS / Patient centre or other medical systems used in the NHS Experience using HIS or equivalent or knowledge of electronic patient records

Skills

Essential

Keyboard skills Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Be committed and responsible to designated duties Good verbal communication skills Ability to prioritise work Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines Microsoft Office suite including Outlook Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team

Desirable

AMSPAR or equivalent qualification. Previous nursing, medical or NHS experience Good writing skills

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of anatomy & health issues and medical terminology

Desirable

Knowledge of GDPR / DSPT Knowledge of SNOMED-CT / Classification systems Knowledge of Hospital IT systems Knowledge of Clinical coding classifications - ICD10 and OPCS4

Additional

Essential

Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation Flexible approach to work as you will be required to travel independently and work at other sites Ability to work flexible hours Post holder will need to use a VDU for a substantial proportion of the working day. Training / development - Post holder Must embark on workshops to enhance skills

Desirable

Ability if required to get to other NHS Trusts throughout the UK

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