Locum Clinical Coding & Data Quality Supervisor

Location: Stoke-On-Trent

Position:
Clinical Coding & Data Quality Supervisor

Employment Type:

Contract (3 Months Initial, Extension Potential)

Location:

Remote / Work from Home (Croydon Healthcare Services) Role Summary Lead clinical coding operations and data quality initiatives while directly translating complex medical records into standardized coding formats (ICD-10 and OPCS-4). This position balances high-level supervision-mentoring staff, managing PDRs, and resolving complex coding queries-with hands-on extraction and auditing. You will work closely with departmental leadership to align coding accuracy with Trust Business Plans, SUS P  processes, and national Data Security and Protection (DSP) standards.

Core Responsibilities Team Supervision & Development:
Mentor Clinical Coders and Data Quality Officers, oversee annual Performance Developmental Reviews (PDRs), set individual objectives, and establish structured personal development plans. Coding Execution & Accuracy:
Extract and translate clinical information from physical notes, electronic discharge summaries, and Trust systems into accurate ICD-10 and OPCS-4 codes in compliance with national standards. Data Quality & Audit Support:
Assist the Audit Manager with comprehensive coding audits, Information Governance/DSP toolkit compliance, and resolving data quality issues flagged via dashboards, data warehouses, or support tickets. Outpatient & Specialty Engagement:
Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical teams to optimize outpatient procedure capturing, design updated outcome forms, and educate staff on correct recording pathways. Process & Workflow Improvement:
Identify training gaps through random validation checks, promote efficient data capture practices, and ensure timely entry onto the Trust's PAS to meet strict national financial flow deadlines. Candidate Profile Qualifications & Experience Essential:
Accredited Clinical Coder (ACC) status with substantial post-qualification experience (5 years across diverse specialties desired).

Education:

Degree-level qualification or equivalent (a background in Science or Medicine is highly desirable). Expertise:
Deep knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, national coding rules, and confidentiality legislation. Key Competencies Strong leadership capabilities to guide junior coders, manage high-pressure deadlines, and drive team performance. In-depth understanding of Data Quality frameworks, HRGs, and NHS financial flows. Sharp analytical, communication, and keying skills with a solution-oriented mindset. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.