Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Band 5 Accredited Clinical Coder who is self-motivated and competent in accurately coding multiple complex specialties. As well as understanding the need for high quality coded data to support healthcare planning, reimbursement, management of services, statistical analysis, and research. The trust is looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills. The role will require you to work to strict deadlines, whilst still paying attention to detail and always maintaining a high level of accuracy.
This is a full-time position (37.5 hours) based at Barnet Hospital
This post attracts 17.5% RRP payment
As a team, we offer a flexible approach to working. A combination of site based and remote opportunities are available
We welcome staff who work from home/agile workers and your commutable distance can be further afield.
Flexibility with working times and supporting healthy work life balance.
Main duties of the job
The Qualified Clinical Coding Officer is responsible for meeting essential trust requirements for statutory information and financial flows through abstracting and analysing complex and sensitive clinical information from a variety of source documentation and translating this into coded form in line with National Clinical Coding Standards using ICD10 and OPCS4 Classifications.
Clinical coding targets will be set in line with completeness, timeliness and accuracy of coding. Other key responsibilities include assisting with clinical coding and workflow audits, representing the clinical coding department at multidisciplinary meetings and providing advice and guidance to more junior members of the coding department in coding rules; identifying any associated training needs.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
For more information please follow link https://www. royalfreelondonjobs. co. uk/
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£36,943 to £44,900 a year
Per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time,
Flexible working,
Home or remote working
Reference number
391-RFL-8212713
Job locations
Barnet Hospital
Wellhouse Lane
Barnet
EN5 3DJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
