Locum Clinical Coding & Data Quality Supervisor

Position

Clinical Coding & Data Quality Supervisor

Contract (3 Months Initial, Extension Potential)

Remote / Work from Home (Croydon Healthcare Services)

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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