King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Senior ACC Clinical Coding Analyst ACC
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Band 6 Senior Clinical Coding Analyst – ACC
** vacuum at King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust**
Location: Denmark Hill, London
About the Role
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a full-time Band 6 Senior Clinical Coding Analyst – ACC to join our team at our Denmark Hill site in London.
As a Senior Clinical Coding Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in the management of the coding department. Your duties will include assisting a small team of coders to meet strict deadlines, mentoring junior colleagues, and coordinating clinical meetings to validate coded data.
The ideal candidate will:
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
- Possess extensive knowledge of clinical coding rules and conventions
- Have a deep understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
- Be responsible, organised, and meticulous in meeting monthly Trust deadlines
Collaboration with clinicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals is essential as we progress with clinical coding validation and engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in managing the coding department to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to deadlines
- Supervise and mentor junior Clinical Coding Analysts, helping to develop their skills and knowledge
- Coordinate clinical validation meetings to ensure coded data reflects accurate patient care
- Maintain compliance with coding regulations and NHS standards
- Provide effective communication between coding teams and clinical teams
- Contribute to departmental training, workshops, and improvements
- Monitor coding quality, deadlines, and performance metrics
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Requirements
- Must hold the Accredited Clinical Coding (ACC) Qualification
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams
- Detailed understanding of ICD-10 coding conventions, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work under pressure
- Previous experience in a hospital setting or clinical coding role is advantageous
Support & Development Opportunities
- Access to training courses and workshops delivered by our in-house Clinical Coding Training Team
- Opportunities for career progression within the trust
- The option to work remotely (up to 80% of your workable hours)—subject to service demand
About King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
King’s College Hospital delivers a full range of local and specialist services across five sites. Our Stronger Roots, Global Reach strategy is built on a Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, with Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the core of our values.
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At King’s, we strive to:
- Provide person-centred, digitally-enabled care
- Focus on sustainability and reducing environmental impact
- Foster a collaborative, professional, and inclusive culture
We are at a pivotal point and seek motivated individuals who are ready to make a real, lasting difference in patient care and teamwork.
Commitment to Sustainable Healthcare
As part of the NHS’s Greener NHS initiative, King’s has pledged to achieve:
- Net zero carbon goals by 2040 (NHS Carbon Footprint)
- NHS Carbon Footprint Plus by 2045
We encourage all staff to adopt eco-friendly practices—minimising waste, reducing emissions, and supporting our Green Plan initiatives.
How to Apply
To be considered, ensure you meet the Person Specification before applying. For further details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Rachel Lisle Job Title: Clinical Coding Manager (NWC) Email Address: rlisle@nhs.net
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