Clinical Coding Support OfficerNHS

Job summary

We are seeking to recruit a Clinical Coding Support Officer to join the Clinical Coding Department at the Royal Gwent Hospital. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking part-time employment that can be worked around other commitments, while also providing valuable exposure to and experience within the field of Clinical Coding.

This post is a fixed term/secondment for 12 months until 30th Sept 2027 to meet the needs of the service. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

To assist in the location of casenotes required by The Clinical Coding Department.

To work closely with Clinical Coding Co-ordinator and all Clinical Coding staff.

To develop good working relationships with secretarial and other staff who handle health records.

To assist in the tracking of casenotes into and out of The Coding Department.

To return casenotes to other departments where applicable.

To provide annual leave/sickness cover for the Clinical Coding Support Officer.

Basic data entry.

Maintain Confidentiality, adhering to the guidelines laid down by The Information Governance Department.

Job description

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.