Trainee Clinical Coder

Job overview

This is an exciting development opportunity to pursue a career in Clinical Coding at the Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.  In return we will provide comprehensive training to enable you to gain a good knowledge of medical conditions, become proficient in the application of National Clinical Coding Standards and Conventions and within 3 years attain a nationally recognised qualification and accreditation.

You should have proven ability to prioritise, plan and organise work daily, remain calm under pressure and work proactively within our team.

The Clinical Coding Team at Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises of a Clinical Coding Service Manager, an Assistant Clinical Coding Manager, 2 Clinical Coding Data Quality Systems Manager, 2 Team Leaders, 15 Clinical Coders.

The post will require operational working across all Trust sites.

The department supports flexible working.

An open day drop in session will be taking place 30th June 2026 between 10am – 2pm (we only expect people to attend for around an hour) if you wish to attend and learn more about the role please contact Chris Hill at [email protected]

Main duties of the job

Clinically coded data is fundamental in helping the Trust deliver against its overall goals The income of the Trust is reliant on accurate and timely coded data.  This information is also has many other uses both locally and nationally. The Team prides itself  on providing excellent standards of training, mentoring and support for all team members.

The successful candidate will be responsible for: •    The abstraction and analysis of patient clinical information and translating it into a standardised coded format applying National Clinical Coding Rules and Conventions. •    Applying the process of decision-making, requiring the assimilation of complex facts and data from a variety of sources which are often inconsistent in content and location. •    Participating in training courses in line with NHS Terminology and Classifications Service requirements

At this Trust we have introduced an excellent career pathway for Trainee Clinical Coding Officers. On successful attainment of a proficiency certificate after the first year, you will progress to a Band 3 Clinical Coding Officer for a further 2 years until you have passed the National Clinical Coding Examination to become a Band 4 Accredited Clinical Coding Officer.  One year later when you have acquired more clinical coding experience you will progress to a Band 5 Clinical Coding Advanced Practitioner

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.  Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.