Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Clinical Coder (Trainee Clinical Coder)
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Clinical Coder (Trainee Clinical Coder)
Clinical Coding Officer Role – Temporary/Fixed Term Post
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our well-established Clinical Coding Department at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd, Denbighshire.
The successful candidate will extract medical terms from clinical documents and translate them into clinical codes to record hospital activity at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd.
Note for Trainee Applicants
Trainee Clinical Coders will be considered if we are unable to fill the role with a Qualified Clinical Coder. Trainee Clinical Coders will initially be placed on a Band 3 pay structure before progressing to Band 4 upon gaining NCCQ status.
- The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role, though English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Requires excellent knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
- Keen attention to detail is essential for this role.
- Responsibility to stay updated on developments in clinical coding through:
- Internal training programs
- Specialty training courses (may involve travel)
- If appointed as a trainee, access to a comprehensive training package, including:
- Coding Standards Course
- Internal trainee development course with 1:1 support from experienced mentors
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Working for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)
BCUHB is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of ~700,000 across North Wales.
Core Benefits & Values
✔ Join an organisation that relishes challenges and values passion for helping others ✔ Opportunity to develop practical skills in clinical coding or launch a fresh career ✔ Supportive working environment aligned with our Organisational Values and “Proud to Lead” framework ✔ Engaged leadership at all levels ✔ Commitment to equality and diversity, with approval under the Disability Confident Employer scheme
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Key Pointers for Applicants
- Successful candidates will receive all recruitment updates via email—ensure your application contact details are accurate.
- Applications may be submitted in Welsh without preference; Welsh applicants will not face disadvantage compared to English submissions.
- Full Job Description and Person Specifications will be available via the Trac recruitment system. Attach all required documents before applying.
Person Specification (Essential Criteria)
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| GCSE Biology | Mandatory |
| English GCSE | Mandatory |
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