Plans and manages clinical coding activities in line with stakeholder requirements. Ensures that clinical coding processes are robust efficient and fit for purpose.
SFIA Skills: Development and implementation
Security and safeguards (Level 5) (BINT)
Establishes strategic approaches to safeguarding clinical coding data and any analysis results, looking ahead to new and innovative approaches to data security
Policies, standards, and guidelines (Level 5) (BINT)
Leads the development of clinical coding policy, standards and guidelines to meet the current and future needs of the organisation.
Policies, standards, and guidelines (Level 5) (BINT)
Leads the development of clinical coding policy, standards and guidelines to meet the current and future needs of the organisation.
Methods and techniques (Level 5) (BINT)
Champions the organisation’s commitment to efficient and effective clinical coding.
Process, methods and standards (Level 7) (AUDT)
Sets direction and leads the introduction and use of clinical coding processes, methods and standards to meet business requirements, ensuring consistency of application and service provision.
Review findings (Level 7) (AUDT)
Leads the process improvement function to assess process improvement opportunities and maximise benefit.
Review findings (Level 6) (AUDT)
Authorises the issue of formal reports to management on the effectiveness and efficiency of control mechanisms and the extent of compliance of systems with standards, regulations and/or legislation.
Function leadership (Level 6) (AUDT)
Ensures audit coverage is sufficient to provide the business with assurance of adequacy and integrity. Obtains and manages appropriate specialist expertise to contribute highly specialised technical knowledge and experience where required.
Audit strategy (Level 6) (AUDT)
Works with senior management to review the effectiveness of existing audit strategy and contributes to strategy revision and/or definition.
Audit standards (Level 6) (AUDT)
Develops organisational policies, standards, procedures and guidelines for the conduct of audits.
Audit roadmap (Level 6) (AUDT)
Leads the production of the audit roadmap.
Audit planning (Level 6) (AUDT)
Leads the planning and resourcing of audits and/or conformance reviews at organisation level, ensuring objectivity and impartiality of the audit process is rigorously applied.
Advice and guidance (Level 6) (AUDT)
Provides general and specific clinical coding advice to senior management on ways of improving the effectiveness and efficiency of control mechanisms.
Security and safeguards (Level 5) (BINT)
Ensures that all clinical coding activity complies with data and information security processes.
Policies, standards, and guidelines (Level 5) (BINT)
Manages the development of clinical coding policy, standards and guidelines to meet the current and future needs of the organisation.
Risk assessment (Level 5) (AUDT)
Leads risk assessments and risk reviews. Identifies and evaluates associated risks and how they can be mitigated.
Audit standards (Level 5) (AUDT)
Contributes to the development of new internal standards and updates to existing standards.
Audit roadmap (Level 5) (AUDT)
Contributes to the development of the audit roadmap.
Audit management (Level 5) (AUDT)
Ensures audits under own responsibility are managed, planned, resourced, and executed within roadmap timescales.
Advice and guidance (Level 5) (AUDT)
Provides general and specific audit advice to management on ways of improving the effectiveness and efficiency of control mechanisms.
Information requirements and search (Level 4) (BINT)
Determines what information is required, and defines search and other criteria to meet a specified requirement.
Analysis (Level Four) (BINT)
Undertakes analytical activities to deliver analysis outputs in accordance with service needs and conforming to agreed standards.
Sourcing and validation (Level Four) (BINT)
Investigates available internal and external information sources to establish what information is available. Identifies and establishes the reliability and data risks of external sources of information of relevance to the operational needs of the enterprise.
Security and safeguards (Level Four) (BINT)
Ensures that all clinical coding activity complies with data and information security processes.
Policies, standards, and guidelines (Level Four) (BINT)
Contributes to the development of local clinical coding policy, standards and guidelines.
Analysis (Level Four) (BINT)
Undertakes analytical activities to deliver analysis outputs, conforming to agreed standards.
Security and safeguards (Level Three) (BINT)
Applies appropriate security and quality safeguards to the handling of data, information, and any analysis results throughout the data lifecycle.
Analysis (Level Three) (BINT)
Undertakes basic analytical activities, and assists with more complex activities, to deliver analysis outputs that conform to agreed standards.
Sourcing and validation (Level Three) (BINT)
Investigates available information sources to establish what information is available. Assesses the integrity and reliability of data from identified sources.
Sourcing and validation (Level Two) (BINT) Copy
Assists in the investigation of available information sources to establish what information is available and the reliability of such information.
Security and safeguards (Level Two) (BINT)
Assists in the application of appropriate safeguards and security procedures to the handling of data and any analysis results.
Validation (DATM) (Level Five)
Independently validates external information from multiple sources.
Management and leadership (DATM) (Level Five)
May take responsibility for managing a team or contributing to the development of staff within an organisation. May be involved in scheduling staff activities and planning future data governance activities.
Data governance (DATM) (Level Five)
Defines and implements data governance processes, including classification, quality, retrieval and retention processes. Champions data ownership and stewardship to raise awareness of data and its value as a strategic asset.
Data structures (DATM) (Level Five)
Derives data governance structures and metadata to support consistency of information retrieval, combination, analysis, pattern recognition and interpretation, throughout the organisation.
Validation (DATM) (Level Four)
Assesses the integrity of data from multiple sources.
Data structures (DATM) (Level Four)
Enables the availability, integrity and searchability of information through the application of formal data and metadata structures and protection measures.
Data governance (DATM) (Level Four)
Understands the concept of managing data as an asset and the roles of data ownership and data stewardship. Provides support, advice and guidance on data governance good practice.
Validation (DATM) (Level Three)
Monitors and maintains data quality through regular reviews and validation checks.
Data structures (DATM) (Level Three)
Protects the availability, integrity and searchability of information through the application of formal data structures and protection measures.
Data governance (DATM) (Level Three)
Communicates the details of data governance procedures to others, helping their understanding and compliance.
Evaluation (Level Four) (MLNG)
Advises on the effectiveness of specific techniques, based on project findings and on knowledge of wider research. Assesses machine learning suitability and designs and develops machine learning solutions for a range of business problems.
Solutions (Level 5) (DAAN)
Leads the implementation of data analytics solutions.
Processes, tools and methods (Level 5) (DAAN)
Guides the selection and application of advanced analytical techniques.
Process and validate (Level 5) (DAAN)
Manages data analytics activities, establishing frameworks and methodologies aligned with business objectives and data governance policies.
Business needs (Level 5) (DAAN)
Translates business needs into analytics requirements and identifies data-driven solutions.
Policies (Level Five) (MLNG)
Contributes to the development of organisational policies for the creation, training and use of machine learning systems.
Evaluation (Level Five) (MLNG)
Architects end-to-end machine learning pipelines and systems. Evaluates and selects appropriate tools, frameworks, and infrastructure for machine learning projects.
Collaboration (Level Four) (MLNG)
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate machine learning models into production systems. Conducts in-depth performance analysis and troubleshoots issues.
Collaboration (Level Five) (MLNG)
Collaborates with stakeholders to align machine learning initiatives with organisational goals.
Strategy (Level Six) (DAAN)
Develops organisational strategies and roadmaps for data analytics.
Process and validate (Level Six) (DAAN)
Oversees the delivery of analytics projects and programmes. Promotes the ethical use of data and data analytics.
Processes, tools and methods (Level Four) (DAAN)
Contributes to the development of data analytics processes and standards. Identifies opportunities for improving data analytics practices.
Data preparation (Level Four) (DAAN)
Cleans raw data by identifying and resolving duplicates, errors, extreme values, and other anomalies.
Data analysis (Level Four) (DAAN)
Conducts end-to-end data analysis, defining data requirements and ensuring data integrity.
Data preparation (Level Three) (DAAN)
Supports data analytics by gathering and preparing data from multiple sources.
Data analysis (Level Three) (DAAN)
Applies analytical and statistical methods and software tools to analyse data and develop reports.
Collaborate (Level Three) (DAAN)
Collaborates with team members to refine analysis techniques and ensure data quality.
Methods and procedures (KNOW) (Level 5)
Maintains an awareness of current and emerging knowledge management methods, technologies and processes. Assesses their relevance and potential business value to establish the feasibility for inclusion in the knowledge management strategy.
Capability development (KNOW) (Level 5)
Contributes to creation or review of a knowledge management capability, preparing background documents, cataloguing existing IT provision and describing the effectiveness of existing policies, strategies, processes and standards.
System development standards (DLMG) (Level 7)
Manages the process for establishing and maintaining the organisation’s systems development standards, methods and procedures and for ensuring that they are adhered to. Manages existing software process improvement approaches and/or develops new approaches to achieving improvement.
Resource planning (DLMG) (Level 7)
Oversees the resourcing of the agreed programme of systems development, taking full responsibility for the provision of IT resources and advising on requirements for client/user resources.
Project and programme definition (DLMG) (Level 7)
Typically, within a large organisation, works with senior client or user management to define a costed and prioritised programme of systems development which supports the organisation’s objectives and strategic plans. Communicates information about the agreed programme, and how it supports the organisation’s objectives.
Programme assurance (DLMG) (Level 7)
Ensures that the programme of systems development is implemented in a coherent and consistent manner, liaising as necessary with IS, ICT and client/user management to ensure that planned systems developments are compatible with the organisation’s existing systems, infrastructure and strategic plans.
Policy making (DLMG) (Level 7)
Plays a major part in the wider policy making and overall management of information within the organisation.
Performance management (DLMG) (Level 7)
Tracks and reports objectives and key results (OKR) progress. Supports PMO with portfolio governance and management, reporting on development activities and supporting preparation of performance management artefacts such as quarterly business reviews.
Monitoring progress and security (DLMG) (Level 7)
Ensures that systems and procedures for monitoring and reporting on the progress of systems development projects are in place and operated effectively, and that action is taken to deal with exceptions, problems and unforeseen events in a timely manner.
Development processes (DLMG) (Level 7)
Facilitates development ceremonies such as Monthly Team Planning, Weekly Scrum of Scrums and Sprint Demos. Identifies, tracks, removes and escalates impediments at intra-department level.
Capability development (DLMG) (Level 7)
Owns function level resource plans, forecasts future resource requirements, and works with appropriate stakeholders to agree future resourcing strategies.
Methods and procedures (KNOW) (Level 2)
Maintains information handling procedures.
Data transformation (KNOW) (Level 2)
Works under supervision to transform information from one format/medium to another — includes reference data as appropriate.
Requirements and advice(KNOW) (Level 4)
Can advise clients/users on suitable knowledge management tools, processes and procedures. Advises on existing knowledge management artefacts.
Performance management (KNOW) (Level 4)
Interrogates existing knowledge content to identify issues, risks and opportunities. Determines the effectiveness of data from a range of sources to determine the value and impact of using that data.
Methods and procedures (KNOW) (Level 4)
Maintains familiarity with all knowledge management processes, methods and techniques used to acquire, capture, classify, store and maintain assets –including organisational policy, intellectual property rights and data protection legislation. Advises less-experienced colleagues, users and partners on these aspects of knowledge management.
Knowledge asset creation (KNOW) (Level 4)
In collaboration with clients/users, uses agreed tools, templates and standards to design and create knowledge management assets. Takes account of the special requirements of the visually impaired and hard of hearing. Takes account of security and sensitivity of data, information and knowledge and the processes that turn data into knowledge.
Data transformation (KNOW) (Level 4)
Uses appropriate tools to make controlled and verified knowledge assets available, extending the knowledge management directory scheme where necessary.
Lead and manage (Level 5)
Leads design teams. Plans, schedules and reports on their work.
Components design (Level 5)
Designs components using appropriate modelling techniques following agreed architectures, design standards, patterns and methodology. Identifies and evaluates alternative design options and trade-offs.
Physical design and operational requirements (NTDS) (Level 6)
Is aware of operational requirements especially in terms of service levels, network availability, response times, security and repair times. Proposes design enhancements, capacity changes, contingency and recovery arrangements as required, to ensure that all network design targets are met and that the networks provided meet their service level targets within the organisation’s planned budget.
Option evaluation (NTDS) (Level 6)
Reviews network costs against budget, public tariffs and new developments, approving proposals to change network design when appropriate. Obtains and evaluates proposals from network suppliers of equipment, software and services.
Function/service management (NTDS) (Level 6)
Manages and coordinates a network design team, teams, or centre of expertise, taking responsibility for the design and development of complex network systems, including investigation, analysis, specification, design, building, testing, operation, maintenance, upgrade, migration and obsolescence.
Assessment/selection(NTDS) (Level 6)
Produces network requirements, and tender and proposal documents, and conducts reviews and evaluations of responses for the selection of appropriate suppliers, services and contracts.
Advice/guidance (NTDS) (Level 6)
Provides advice and guidance to, business management, analysts, designers, and less experienced colleagues on all aspects of network design and technology. Interfaces with designers and planners from external suppliers and network service providers, to ensure that network requirements (particularly network response times, volumetric information and security requirements) are reflected in the overall specification.
User interfaces (NTDS) (Level 5)
Specifies user/system interfaces, including reports, validation and error correction procedures, processing rules, access, security and audit controls, recovery routines and contingency procedures.
Physical design and operational requirements (NTDS) (Level 5)
Translates logical designs into physical designs taking account of the target environment, performance requirements, existing systems, regulatory constraints, budgets, power supply requirements, fire protection and any potential safety-related aspects.
Option evaluation (NTDS) (Level 5)
Reviews network costs against external service providers, new developments and new services, initiating proposals to change network design where appropriate cost reductions and benefits can be achieved. Obtains and evaluates proposals from suppliers of equipment and software, and other network service providers.
Logical design (NTDS) (Level 5)
Produces logical network designs showing, for example, processes, objects, topologies and components. Identifies and applies common processes.
Assessment/selection (NTDS) (Level 5)
Assists in the assessment and selection of suitable networking solutions to meet all or parts of specified requirements, including the design and establishment of call centre telecommunications systems and services.
Advice/guidance (NTDS) (Level 5)
Provides advice and guidance to, business management, analysts, designers, and less experienced colleagues on all aspects of network design and technology. Ensures that all network requirements are reflected in design specifications.
User interfaces (NTDS) (Level Four)
Specifies user/system interfaces, including reports, validation and error correction procedures, processing rules, access, security and audit controls, recovery routines and contingency procedures.
Physical design and operational requirements (NTDS) (Level Four)
Translates logical designs into physical designs taking account of the target environment and any potential safety-related aspects.
Option evaluation (NTDS) (Level Four)
Obtains and evaluates proposals from suppliers of equipment and software, and other network service providers.
Assessment/selection (NTDS) (Level Four)
Assists in the assessment and selection of suitable networking solutions to meet all or parts of specified requirements.
Logical design (NTDS) (Level Four)
Produces logical network designs showing for example, processes, objects, topologies and components. Identifies and applies common processes.
User interfaces (NTDS) (Level Three)
Applies standard user/system interfaces, including reports, validation and error correction procedures, processing rules, access, security and audit controls, recovery routines and contingency procedures.
Logical design (NTDS) (Level Three)
Produces simple logical network designs showing, for example, topologies and components. Identifies and applies common processes.
Physical design and operational requirements (NTDS) (Level Three)
Translates simple logical designs into physical designs taking account of the target environment and any potential safety-related aspects.
Requirements and advice(KNOW) (Level 3)
Liaises with clients/users and content authors to clarify details of knowledge asset, presents finished knowledge asset definition, and catalogues the asset.
Performance management (KNOW) (Level 3)
Supports changes to work practices to support capture and use of knowledge. Works with teams to embed knowledge as a habit, and reinforce uses of tools and techniques.
