Job Description

The closing date is 29th Sep 2025

Job summary

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Are you an experienced Clinical Coder ready to take the next step in your career? Join our dynamic and forward-thinking Clinical Coding team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, where your expertise will directly impact patient care, data quality and Trust income.


This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified and accredited coder to work in a supportive environment that values accuracy, continuous improvement and professional development.


At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to clinical coding excellence. As a Senior Clinical Coder, you'll be empowered to lead by example, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the strategic goals of the department through:


Autonomous coding of complex specialties,

Mentoring and supporting trainee coders,

Involvement in clinical engagement,

A comprehensive in-house training and audit programmes.


We're looking for a motivated, detail-oriented, and accredited coder who:



Holds Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) status,

Has a proven track record of coding across a range of specialties,

Demonstrates excellent knowledge of national coding standards,

Enjoys mentoring others and sharing best practice,

Thrives in a collaborative, quality-focused team.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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Delivers accurate and timely clinical coding to monthly coding deadlines and takes responsibility for the correct translation of clinical information.


Liaises with Trust staff in order to achieve the collection of complete and accurate records data and provides coding advice to Trust Colleagues as needed.


Uses judgement and experience to critically analyse the range of complex clinical information required to assign diagnostic and procedural codes in accordance with National Standards and local policies.


Keeps up to date with the coding manuals to ensure that all changes are implemented from the appropriate date and included in the OPCS and ICD classifications to support the most accurate financial information for the Trust.


Maintains own professional skills and knowledge as required to retain Qualified Coder status and is able to switch between specialties as necessary to support the needs of the Department.


Provides guidance and support for Trainee Coders, deputises for the Clinical Coder Team Leader and provides cover for absence where needed.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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Please see attached & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

ACC Accreditation

Human Anatomy/Human Physiology at least GCSE level or above


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Desirable

Evidence of continuing professional and personal development

2 years of Clinical Coding experience

Experience

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Essential

Be experienced in the use of ICD-10 and OPCS-4 nomenclatures

Have experience in working in a clinical coding department in an acute Trust

Possess a thorough knowledge of Clinical Coding Standards, Local policies, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology and will use these when assigning codes.


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Desirable

Knowledge of Trust policies relevant to Clinical Coding, Data Confidentiality, Data Security and Human Resources policies

Advanced computing skills

Additional Criteria

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Essential

Analytical & Judgement Skills:

Competent in the use of clinical coding computer based systems and navigation of Trust Clinical Systems

Knowledge of the anatomy, physiology and terminology that describes the human body, its diseases and treatments

Planning & Organising Skills:

Ability to use initiative and be proactive to achieve deadlines.

Ability to discuss cases and examples whilst maintaining confidentiality

Ability to liaise appropriately with a range of hospital personnel

Personal qualities:

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to act on own initiative in accordance with the limitations of the role

Commitment and energy to developing excellent services


#

Desirable

Analytical & Judgement Skills:

Good understanding of PbR Finance Reporting and HRG (Healthcare Resource Groups) and their relationship with Clinical Coding Outputs

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact:

Annette Miller


Annette.Miller@SomersetFT.NHS.UK


01823343691

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 5

Salary

31049.00 to 37796.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-Time, Full-Time, Flexible Working

Reference number

184-OL-PU-3260

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT