Specialist Clinical Coder

As a Specialist Clinical Coder, you will:

• Accurately abstract, analyse, and assign complex diagnostic and procedural codes using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications
• Work closely with clinical teams to validate and enhance the quality of coded data
• Take the lead on specific specialties and complex coding scenarios
• Act as a mentor to junior coders and support their development
• Contribute to clinical engagement, KPI monitoring, audit preparation and data quality improvement, Our team is comprised of skilled and dedicated professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality work within demanding time frames. We work closely with clinicians, medical secretaries, and other staff to ensure that all relevant information is captured and coded accurately.
  
  We are seeking two experienced and motivated Specialist Clinical Coders to join our dynamic Clinical Coding Department at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.
We're here to nurture future digital leaders and grow as one team. We work closely with our Talent Management and Organisation Development teams to create clear career pathways and a development-focused retention scheme that supports every colleague to grow and progress. This is what modern coding looks like at Guy's and St Thomas': Curious minds. Cross-disciplinary teams. The confidence to innovate within a world-class digital ecosystem. A willingness to disrupt the status quo. If you're ready to grow your career in a department that values insight as much as output - and wants to place coders at the heart of the NHS's digital future - we'd love to hear from you. This role follows a hybrid working model. Onsite presence is expected as and when business needs require (typically 1 or 2 days per week) to support collaboration, knowledge sharing and consistency as the department continues its transformation., The Clinical Coding Department at Guy's and St Thomas's NHS Foundation Trust is a vital part of our healthcare system. We are responsible for accurately translating patient information into codes that are used for billing, research, and planning purposes. Our work directly impacts the Trust's ability to recover income and plan services effectively.