Senior Clinical Coder​/Clinical Coder; ACC​/Non-ACC

Senior Clinical Coder/Clinical Coder (ACC/Non-ACC)

Closing date: 09 July 2026

Relocation expenses: considered in line with Trust policies and subject to internal review.

Base

Location:

University Hospitals Dorset with cross site and hybrid working.

Interview Date: 15th – 17th July

• Deliver high‑quality, accurate, and timely coding across all specialties.
• Work within clinical environments (wards, theatres, MDTs) to support real‑time data capture.
• Code complex and mortality cases.
• Support audit, data quality improvement, and validation activity.
• Act as a mentor and role model for developing coders.

We recognise that expertise in clinical coding is developed through both formal accreditation and practical experience. Applicants can apply through one of the following routes:

• NCCQ Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC)

• Demonstrable, well‑evidenced coding portfolio showing:
  • Sustained coding accuracy (typically ≥90%)
  • Breadth of specialty experience
  • Strong clinical knowledge and interpretation skills
  • Evidence of complex case handling
  • Contribution to mentoring, audit, or service improvement
  • Sound professional judgement in coding decisions

We welcome applications from experienced coders who may not hold the NCCQ but can clearly demonstrate the required level of competence through experience and evidence.

• Be part of a service that values expertise, not just qualifications.
• Access a structured pathway toward Expert Clinical Coder roles (Band
  6).
• Gain experience in clinically integrated coding models.
• Work in a supportive environment focused on development and progression.
• Contribute to a forward‑thinking service preparing for ICD‑11 and AI‑enabled coding.

We are committed to:

• Fair and inclusive progression routes.
• Recognising diverse pathways into expertise.
• Maintaining high standards through robust competency assessment.
• Supporting staff to achieve accreditation alongside career progression.

UHD is investing in, developing, and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. Some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service‑specific questions at interview.

When a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women’s, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Please refer to the Job Description s and Person Specifications for further details about the Senior Clinical Coder and Clinical Coder roles.

• CCQ Clinical Coding Qualification (ACC status).
• Evidence of equivalent competency portfolio route or evidence of continued professional development in clinical coding.

• Coding audit or mentorship training.

• Minimum of 3 years' coding experience – used as a baseline indicator of sustained exposure.
• Proven experience resolving clinical queries and clarifying complex or ambiguous documentation.
• Sustained coding accuracy of ≥90% across all specialties.
• Evidence of meeting productivity, timeliness, and service KPIs.
• Extensive clinical coding experience across a wide range of specialties in an acute NHS environment, with demonstrable ability to code complex case types.

• Experience coding mortality cases or other high‑complexity, high‑impact specialties.
• Familiarity with multi‑site, cross‑specialty coding rotation models.

• Ability to validate coded data for completeness and accuracy.
• Competent use of clinical record systems (e.g., EPR, PAS, electronic document management systems) to review records and update coding or administrative data.

• National Clinical Coding Standards and NHS Digital classification updates.
• Confidentiality, Information Governance, Data Protection, and Caldicott principles.

• Understanding of Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) principles.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals Dorset NHSFT

Poole/Bournemouth

BH152JB

United Kingdom

£28,392 to £39,043 a year – dependent on experience/qualifications (ACC/Non‑ACC).