Accredited Clinical Coder

Accredited Clinical Coder Our client, based in Eastbourne, is seeking an experienced Accredited Clinical Coder to join their team on a full-time temporary basis, for up to three months. The successful candidate will be required to work on-site throughout the duration of the assignment. Details ➢Band 5 ➢£16.70 pay rate ➢Standard DBS Essential ➢37.5 hours per work ➢Division: Finance ➢Department: Clinical Coding Department ➢Location: Trust wide ➢Accountable to: Head of Clinical Coding ➢ Reports to: Trust wide Clinical Coding Manager We are seeking an experienced Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) to deliver high-quality, accurate clinical coding and support team development. Key Responsibilities: * Interpret and abstract complex clinical information from patient records (inpatient and outpatient) to produce accurate, timely coded data using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 classifications. * Maintain 90-95% coding accuracy and meet productivity targets (FCEs) in line with departmental standards. * Analyse complex cases, apply national coding standards, and raise queries where information is unclear. * Build strong working relationships with clinicians and actively promote clear documentation of diagnoses and procedures. * Mentor and supervise novice coders, providing coaching, training programmes, and preparation for ACC qualification. * Audit and quality-check coding work (including 100% review of trainee output), tracking performance and supporting continuous improvement. * Communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, explaining complex coding rules and policies. * Contribute to service delivery by ensuring coding deadlines are met to support Payment by Results (PbR) and data quality standards. * Support audits, policy development, and implementation of national and local coding guidance. * Stay up to date with NHS classifications standards, systems (e.g., EPR), and ongoing professional development requirements. What We're Looking For: * ACC-qualified with extensive coding experience and strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, ICD-10, and OPCS-4. * Proven ability to manage workload independently while supporting team performance. * Strong communication, analytical, and mentoring skills. * Commitment to maintaining high standards, continuous learning, and service improvement. Minimum Criteria and Qualifications * Good general education to GCSE level with Maths and English * Relevant NVQ3 / A levels or equivalent * To have obtained a Pass in the National Clinical Coding Qualification (ACC) * Have attended an NHS Classifications Service (NHSCS) foundation course. * Be able to provide evidence of attendance at a nationally approved Refresher Training Course within the last three years of employment. * Be able to provide evidence of attendance on nationally approved Specialty Workshops. * Evidence of continued professional development to degree level or equivalent level of knowledge and experience Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people