Overview
Barts Health is the largest trust in the NHS and one of the leading healthcare providers in the country. The trust’s six hospitals deliver high quality compassionate care to the 2.5 million people of east London and beyond. Barts Health NHS Trust aims to become a healthcare organisation offering urgent specialist and community services tailored to local needs. We are committed to recruiting staff who support our Vision for Changing Lives and demonstrate behaviours that make Barts Health a great place for patients, families, the public and staff. Our values and behaviours include: Caring & compassionate with patients, each other and our partners; Actively listening, understanding and responding to patients, staff and our partners; Relentlessly improving and innovating for patient safety; Achieving ambitious results by working together; Valuing every member of staff and their contribution to patient care.
Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the department for full time, ACC qualified, Senior Clinical Coders who are enthusiastic and motivated to join our busy Clinical Coding Department. The post holder will be responsible for clinical coding of all acute specialties by abstracting clinical data from patient records and translating it into diagnostic (ICD10) and procedure (OPCS) coding classifications.
Working arrangements
With a flexible approach to work, the post-holder will work as part of a team to meet tight deadlines. The Trust operates an Agile Working Policy, offering both on-site and remote working opportunities. There is the facility to work from home for a period of time via remote access.
Requirements and responsibilities
- Good knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology; a good standard of education is essential.
- Interacts with clinicians across specialties to ensure procedures and diagnoses are correct and aligned with national standards.
- Demonstrates an organised approach to workload, high accuracy, and attention to detail in a busy environment with tight deadlines.
Values and culture
Barts Health is focused on creating a high-performing group of NHS hospitals with a world-class clinical reputation. We live by WeCare values and are committed to inclusion, ensuring every staff member has a sense of belonging and that differences are valued. We are inclusive and supportive of flexible working arrangements.
Benefits and remuneration
Successful applicants holding the ACC qualification can expect a 10% uplift in addition to their Band 5 salary.
Safeguarding
Barts Health NHS Trust has a safeguarding policy for both adults and children and is committed to safeguarding legislation and current standards. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and protect children and adults.
How to apply and contact points
For more information about the role, please contact:
- Martha Sinclair, Clinical Coding Operational Manager (Martha.sinclair@nhs.net)
- Victoria Wilkinson (Victoria.wilkinson16@nhs.net)
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We support flexible working and encourage applicants to discuss flexible arrangements with the recruiting manager.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
This advert closes on Monday 2 Feb 2026.
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Barts Health is the largest trust in the NHS and one of the leading healthcare providers in the country. The trust’s six hospitals deliver high quality compassionate care to the 2.5 million people of east London and beyond. Barts Health NHS Trust aims to become a healthcare organisation offering urgent specialist and community services tailored to local needs. We are committed to recruiting staff who support our Vision for Changing Lives and demonstrate behaviours that make Barts Health a great place for patients, families, the public and staff. Our values and behaviours include: Caring & compassionate with patients, each other and our partners; Actively listening, understanding and responding to patients, staff and our partners; Relentlessly improving and innovating for patient safety; Achieving ambitious results by working together; Valuing every member of staff and their contribution to patient care.
Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the department for full time, ACC qualified, Senior Clinical Coders who are enthusiastic and motivated to join our busy Clinical Coding Department. The post holder will be responsible for clinical coding of all acute specialties by abstracting clinical data from patient records and translating it into diagnostic (ICD10) and procedure (OPCS) coding classifications.
Working arrangements
With a flexible approach to work, the post-holder will work as part of a team to meet tight deadlines. The Trust operates an Agile Working Policy, offering both on-site and remote working opportunities. There is the facility to work from home for a period of time via remote access.
Requirements and responsibilities
- Good knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology; a good standard of education is essential.
- Interacts with clinicians across specialties to ensure procedures and diagnoses are correct and aligned with national standards.
- Demonstrates an organised approach to workload, high accuracy, and attention to detail in a busy environment with tight deadlines.
Values and culture
Barts Health is focused on creating a high-performing group of NHS hospitals with a world-class clinical reputation. We live by WeCare values and are committed to inclusion, ensuring every staff member has a sense of belonging and that differences are valued. We are inclusive and supportive of flexible working arrangements.
Benefits and remuneration
Successful applicants holding the ACC qualification can expect a 10% uplift in addition to their Band 5 salary.
Safeguarding
Barts Health NHS Trust has a safeguarding policy for both adults and children and is committed to safeguarding legislation and current standards. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and protect children and adults.
How to apply and contact points
For more information about the role, please contact:
- Martha Sinclair, Clinical Coding Operational Manager (Martha.sinclair@nhs.net)
- Victoria Wilkinson (Victoria.wilkinson16@nhs.net)
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We support flexible working and encourage applicants to discuss flexible arrangements with the recruiting manager.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
This advert closes on Monday 2 Feb 2026.
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