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Trainee/Clinical Coder

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Manchester

Requirements

  • - Strong emphasis on teamwork and supporting each other
  • - Excellent coder induction training
  • - Continued professional development supported through delivery of a rolling training programme of specialty workshops
  • - Mandatory training and examination/revision support
  • - Access to expert advice from resident trainer
  • - Supportive programme of audit and improvement for coding teams
  • - High standards in coding quality
  • - Ability to work across multiple sites when required
  • - Major academic Research Centre & Education provider
  • - Culture of inclusion and belonging
  • - Equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent
  • - Commitment to protecting health and wellbeing

Responsibilities

  • - Excels in quality, safety, patient experience, research, innovation and teaching
  • - Attracts, develops and retains great people
  • - Is recognised internationally as a leading healthcare provider

FAQs

What is the role of a Trainee/Clinical Coder at MFT?

The Trainee/Clinical Coder will be responsible for accurately coding clinical information to support patient care, healthcare outcomes, and research within one of the UK's largest Acute Trusts.

What kind of training will I receive as a Trainee/Clinical Coder?

You will receive excellent coder induction training, followed by a rolling training program of specialty workshops, mandatory training, and examination/revision support from experienced professionals in the field.

Is there a career progression opportunity in Clinical Coding at MFT?

Yes, MFT offers a clear pathway for career development in clinical coding, supported by continuous professional development, workshops, and a collaborative team environment.

Where are the available posts for the Trainee/Clinical Coder role?

Posts are available at our North Manchester, Central Manchester, and Wythenshawe sites, with cross-site working required when necessary.

What is the MFT coding team's recent achievement?

The MFT coding team recently achieved level 3 DPST coding quality scores, which is the highest level for coding quality in the NHS.

What kind of work environment can I expect in the Clinical Coding department?

You can expect a collaborative and supportive team environment focused on achieving high accuracy in clinical coded information.

Who can I contact for further details or to arrange an informal visit?

You can contact Jay Mclauchlan, the Head of Coding, at 01612912523 or via email at Jay.mclauchlan@mft.nhs.uk.

What systems does MFT use to enhance clinical quality and patient experience?

MFT has introduced Hive, an Electronic Patient Record system, which launched in September 2022, aimed at improving clinical quality, patient experience, and operational effectiveness.

What is MFT's vision for healthcare?

MFT aims to improve the health and quality of life of its diverse population by excelling in quality, safety, patient experience, and being recognized internationally as a leading healthcare provider.

How does MFT support diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

MFT fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent.

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Mission & Purpose

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK, employing over 20,000 staff. We are responsible for running a family of nine hospitals across six separate sites, providing a wide range of services from comprehensive local general hospital care through to highly specialised regional and national services. We are the main provider of hospital care to approximately 750,000 people in Manchester and Trafford and the single biggest provider of specialised services in the North West of England. We are also the lead provider for a significant number of specialised services including Breast Care, Vascular, Cardiac, Respiratory, Urology Cancer, Paediatrics, Women’s Services, Ophthalmology and Genomic Medicine.

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