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Luton, Gb

Luton, United Kingdom

As a Company Director and Clinical Coding E-learning Educator, I play a dual role in driving the success of our organization and providing comprehensive training to healthcare professionals. My main responsibilities include: - Overseeing day-to-day operations, strategic planning, and business development to ensure the growth and sustainability of our organization. - Designing and delivering high-quality, interactive e-learning courses on clinical coding topics, ensuring that… Show more As a Company Director and Clinical Coding E-learning Educator, I play a dual role in driving the success of our organization and providing comprehensive training to healthcare professionals. My main responsibilities include: - Overseeing day-to-day operations, strategic planning, and business development to ensure the growth and sustainability of our organization. - Designing and delivering high-quality, interactive e-learning courses on clinical coding topics, ensuring that learners acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their roles. - Collaborating with subject matter experts to continuously update and improve course content, keeping it relevant and aligned with industry standards- Providing personalized support and guidance to learners, helping them overcome challenges and successfully complete their training- Evaluating the effectiveness of our e-learning courses and implementing improvements based on learner feedback and performance data- Building and maintaining strong relationships with key industry stakeholders, including educational institutions, professional organizations, and regulatory bodies- Promoting our e-learning solutions through various marketing channels, including social media, webinars, and industry events- Staying up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in clinical coding and e-learning, ensuring that our courses remain at the forefront of the industryBy combining my passion for education with my expertise in clinical coding, I'm proud to contribute to the professional development of healthcare professionals and the overall success of our organization. Show less

As a Lead Clinical Coder at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, I play a crucial role in the Clinical Coding Department, providing essential management information for decision-making across the Trust. My key responsibilities include translating complex medical terminology into clinical codes using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 while adhering to national and international standards. I ensure the accurate and timely provision of high-quality coded data, contributing to the Trust's income in line with the… Show more As a Lead Clinical Coder at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, I play a crucial role in the Clinical Coding Department, providing essential management information for decision-making across the Trust. My key responsibilities include translating complex medical terminology into clinical codes using ICD-10 and OPCS-4 while adhering to national and international standards. I ensure the accurate and timely provision of high-quality coded data, contributing to the Trust's income in line with the 'Payment by Results' process.Additionally, I act as a mentor to less experienced coding staff and maintain effective communication with consultants and clinical teams to ensure the quality and depth of clinical coding is achieved. My work extends to collaborating with various departments such as the Data correction teams.As a dedicated professional, I continuously update my knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology while participating in ongoing internal and external training programs. My proficiency in various IT systems, including, Medicode, Cerner, Clinical Correspondence, Scorpio and Badgetnet which enables me to efficiently manage my workload and contribute to the overall success of the Clinical Coding Team. Show less

Birmingham, United Kingdom

As an End Point Assessor for Clinical Coding Apprenticeships, I played a critical role in evaluating the competence of apprentices and ensuring they meet the required industry standards before entering the workforce. My main responsibilities include:Conducting fair, objective, and thorough assessments of apprentices' knowledge, skills, and behaviors at the end of their apprenticeships, in line with the relevant assessment plan and guidelinesPreparing and administering various… Show more As an End Point Assessor for Clinical Coding Apprenticeships, I played a critical role in evaluating the competence of apprentices and ensuring they meet the required industry standards before entering the workforce. My main responsibilities include:Conducting fair, objective, and thorough assessments of apprentices' knowledge, skills, and behaviors at the end of their apprenticeships, in line with the relevant assessment plan and guidelinesPreparing and administering various assessment methods, such as written exams, practical exercises, professional discussions, and workplace observations, to gain a comprehensive understanding of apprentices' abilitiesProviding constructive feedback to apprentices and their employers, highlighting areas of strength and opportunities for improvement, and offering guidance on next steps for career developmentCollaborating with training providers, employers, and other stakeholders to ensure the assessment process runs smoothly and efficientlyKeeping accurate and detailed records of assessment outcomes, and submitting them in a timely manner to the appropriate bodies for quality assurance and certification purposesStaying up-to-date with the latest developments in clinical coding, apprenticeship standards, and assessment best practices, to ensure the relevance and rigor of the assessment processParticipating in regular standardization meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to maintain and enhance my assessment skills and expertiseContributing to the continuous improvement of the end-point assessment process by providing feedback, identifying areas for improvement, and sharing best practices with colleagues and stakeholdersBy combining my expertise in clinical coding with my commitment to high-quality assessment, I contribute to the development of skilled and competent professionals who are well-prepared to excel in the healthcare industry. Show less

As a Trainee Clinical Coder, I was part of a team responsible for translating written diagnostic and procedure information from clinical documentation into internationally recognized codes (ICD & OPCS). I attended the Standards Course, specialized workshops, and received on-the-job training and mentoring to develop my coding competency.Responsibilities:Identified episodes to be coded from the PAS system and extracted relevant informationEnsured consistent high-quality coding… Show more As a Trainee Clinical Coder, I was part of a team responsible for translating written diagnostic and procedure information from clinical documentation into internationally recognized codes (ICD & OPCS). I attended the Standards Course, specialized workshops, and received on-the-job training and mentoring to develop my coding competency.Responsibilities:Identified episodes to be coded from the PAS system and extracted relevant informationEnsured consistent high-quality coding of finished consultant episodes according to ICD & OPCS rulesDaily coding of discharged patient episodes within Trust PAS, inputting codes into the encoding systemAssigned, sequenced, and inputted codes reflecting patient's total care using ICD10 and OPCS4Liaised with Auditors/Trainers for coding advice and raised problem reports for documentation or episode data errorsUtilized EPR and other relevant systems to retrieve data for coding completed patient episodesEnsured high standard of coding quality and timeliness, and met deadlines for coding diagnostic and procedure codesSupported the development of new procedures and systems within the departmentReceived training in new coding schemes and attended mandatory coding training sessions, workshops, and refreshersIdentified and reported data quality issues to the Clinical Coding ManagerTraining & Development:Maintained and improved knowledge of the health service arenaDocumented key learning and supported others in developing their abilitiesTeamwork:Provided a high-quality service to ensure consistent achievement of performance targetsSupported team members by offering advice, guidance, and demonstrating workplace routinesDeveloped and maintained good links with clinical staff to ensure high-quality dataThrough this traineeship, I acquired essential skills and knowledge to excel as a professional clinical coder in the healthcare industry. Show less