[ref. c64422304] Clinical Coding Audit Manager

Job overview

At University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, we’re proud to be one of the largest and most diverse NHS Trusts in the country and our Clinical Coding team is no exception. As we continue to grow and innovate, we are looking for a highly motivated, experienced, and forward-thinking Clinical Coding Audit Manager to play a crucial role in driving coding quality and data integrity across the Trust.

This is a key leadership role within our dynamic Clinical Coding team. You’ll be responsible for managing and delivering the Trust’s Internal Clinical Coding Audit Programme, including clinical engagement audits and audit validation using our Live Audit Tool and the management and mentoring of trainee auditors is a key part of the role.

Your work will directly influence data accuracy, support robust clinical documentation, and contribute to UHL’s performance improvement agenda.

You should be able to demonstrate a high level of communication skills, excellent organisational and time management skills and the ability to work accurately under pressure to meet deadlines.

Informal discussions – please contact Shirley Priestnall, Head of Information

Email: – [email protected]

Rinku Sakariya Senior Improvement Lead

Mobile:07791 627133

Email: [email protected]

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Coding Quality Assurance function is responsible for ensuring the alignment of codified data to all relevant National Clinical Coding Standards and Local Clinical Coding Policies. In addition, it is responsible for innovating and driving improvements to the benefit of the wider Clinical Coding department in areas such as audit, automation, data quality and training and engaging key stakeholders.

To accurately record and codify its clinical activity is fundamental to understanding the quality of its clinical services. Our coded clinical data is used by all parts of the Trusts business to deliver trusted and high quality services to patients.

You will be expected to lead an ambitious and robust audit programme across the Clinical Coding service which will drive excellence against national and local clinical coding quality metrics. You will be expected to evidence an expert grasp of National Clinical Coding Standards and Healthcare Resource Group (HRG) allocation (evidenced by maintaining your professional Approved Clinical Coding Auditor status).

Working for our organisation

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on the role please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person specification

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Training & Qualifications

• NCCQ – Accredited Clinical Coder. Successful completion of the NHS Classifications Service audit course and exceeding the minimum requirements of audit report writing. Specialist knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology and ICD10 & OPCS4 classifications. 1st Degree level in a Healthcare related subject or equivalent gained through experience. Management qualification or equivalent experience to postgraduate level.

• A level or equivalent Biology or related science qualification. A medical qualification.

Experience

• 3 years experience of coding multiple specialities within an NHS environment. Experience of using and knowledge of administration rights for an Encoder. Experience of undertaking clinical coding audits and audit report writing.

Communication and relationship skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to communicate to staff at all levels. Ability to effectively explain complex coding rules and guidelines to a professional audience. Ability to deliver presentations.

Analytical and Judgement skills

• Ability to use own judgement to interpret & summarise relevant clinical terminology used for diagnostic & procedural information & assignment of relevant classification codes applying national rules & conventions. Must be able to recognise and act upon possible problems. Ability to inspire & enthuse others.

Skills

• Advanced IT skills. Ability to understand and manipulate complex data. Support the delivery budgets for non-pay and support service. Responsible for the delivery of cost improvement projects within own remit.

Planning and organisation skills

• Highly self-motivated. Ability to organise and implement audit programmes. Experience of report writing.

Other requirements specific to the role

• Accuracy / attention to detail. Ability to learn quickly. Completer / finisher. Must be able to work on any site

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours.

Additional Information

Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.

Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.

UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.

Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.

UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.

The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.

COVID 19 Risk Assessment

Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.

The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.

If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.

Covid Vaccination Status

Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.

We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.