Trainee Clinical Coding Officer

Job description

Trainee Clinical Coding Officer
The closing date is 24 June 2026.

We currently have a Trainee Clinical Coding Officer vacancy at Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital in Grimsby.

The post holder should be self‐motivated, enthusiastic, efficient, reliable, willing to learn, have good interpersonal skills and be physically fit. They should have a proven ability to prioritise, plan and organise work daily and remain calm under pressure.

The successful candidate should be ready to work proactively within our team and independently, adapting to a dynamic and pressurised environment. Applicants must be able to work alone and as part of a team.

The Post holders will train to become part of a team of Clinical Coders responsible for the day‐to‐day coding of inpatient and day‐case episodes using ICD‐10 and OPCS‐4 Classification Schemes within the Clinical Coding Department.

Main duties of the job

Interpret, abstract, validate, analyse, term and accurately translate all nationally and locally required diagnostic and procedural episodic information using relevant classifications

Answer and resolve telephone queries

Locate health records

Liaise with clinicians

Liaise with internal and external members

After completing a formal training programme, the trainee Clinical Coding Officer will be able to abstract, interpret, validate, analyse, term and translate into the standard classifications relevant clinical details. This will provide standardised clinical information for local and national purposes, including clinical audit, epidemiology, case mix analysis and clinical performance.

The role requires great attention to clinical details and a logical thought process to meet contractual and service development requirements of the Trust.

On satisfactory completion of training the post holder will have the opportunity to progress to a Band 3 Clinical Coding Officer.

Flexible working
The Trust offers flexible working to support health and wellbeing. Local flexible working arrangements are developed in partnership with line managers and employees, ensuring equality of access to flexibility across all roles.

Person specification
Education and qualifications

Minimum of 5 GCSE credits at grades A–C, including Maths, English and Science

Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology

Experience using Microsoft Windows, Word and Excel; ECDL certification desirable

Occupational experience

Experience working in a patient services environment

Organisation and prioritisation skills

Proven record of requesting casenotes using Lorenzo

Knowledge of Patient Administration Systems (PAS)

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Understanding of the purpose of coding

Personal attributes

Evidence of maintaining concentration during long periods

Team player qualities

Aptitude to learn quickly

Flexibility and adaptability

Understanding of progression to Band 3 & 4

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Applicants must undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check. This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Equal Opportunity Statement
We welcome applications from all individuals, irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances.

Employer name
Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Grimsby

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-06-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English