Job summary
We are busy town center GP practice, with just over 14000 patients, we need someone diligent, and hardworking to help code and streamline the flow of clinical correspondence through
the Practice to reduce the number of letters that the doctors have to read and
process. This requires that all incoming letters processed through Docman
Workflow are read, coded, and actioned accurately and safely. The Workflow Read
Coder will also process other clinical information, such as cytology and breast
screening results, and information from consultations at the GP access hubs.
Main duties of the job
Manage
the entry of patient data from all types of correspondence.
Read,
code, action and file all correspondence processed via Workflow on Docman
following the Workflow Optimisation Protocol. Where appropriate direct the more
complex correspondence to the patients doctor for their attention.
Read
code other types of correspondence including cytology, immunisations, and
breast screening. Add follow up diary dates as necessary.
Read
code information from consultations at the GP access hubs.
Process
GP2GP records into the Practices clinical database dealing with any degrades.
Identify
any key clinical data from correspondence, such as new diagnoses, BP
recordings, smoking status and code.
Offer
advice and support to other staff members as necessary.
Audit
Workflow and collate feedback from clinical team.
Liaise
with GP Workflow Champion.
About us
We are a busy practice, with a large team both clinical and non clinical. We have 14000 patients and we work over two sites, the other being in Durrington. The team and friendly and supportive, and we beleive in giving the best patient care we can.
We deal with a large number of correspondence, and we need someone diligent and hardworking to work full time in the read coding team to ensure all correspondence and dealt with in a timely manner. This role needs someone thorough and quick yet efficient
Job description
Job responsibilities
The aim of this role is to streamline the flow of clinical correspondence through the Practice to reduce the number of letters that the doctors have to read and process. This requires that all incoming letters processed through Docman Workflow are read, coded, and actioned accurately and safely. The Workflow Read Coder will also process other clinical information, such as cytology and breast screening results, and information from consultations at the GP access hubs.
The post holder will also deal with new patient electronic records coming into the Practice via GP2GP.
Duties
Manage the entry of patient data from all types of correspondence.
Read, code, action and file all correspondence processed via Workflow on Docman following the Workflow Optimisation Protocol. Where appropriate direct the more complex correspondence to the patients doctor for their attention.
Read code other types of correspondence including cytology, immunisations, and breast screening. Add follow up diary dates as necessary.
Read code information from consultations at the GP access hubs.
Process GP2GP records into the Practices clinical database dealing with any degrades.
Identify any key clinical data from correspondence, such as new diagnoses, BP recordings, smoking status and code.
Offer advice and support to other staff members as necessary.
Oversee any Workflow or summarisation training needed.
Audit Workflow and collate feedback from clinical team.
Confidentiality
In the course of seeking treatment, patents entrust us with, or allow us to gather sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
- In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
- Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The aim of this role is to streamline the flow of clinical correspondence through the Practice to reduce the number of letters that the doctors have to read and process. This requires that all incoming letters processed through Docman Workflow are read, coded, and actioned accurately and safely. The Workflow Read Coder will also process other clinical information, such as cytology and breast screening results, and information from consultations at the GP access hubs.
The post holder will also deal with new patient electronic records coming into the Practice via GP2GP.
Duties
Manage the entry of patient data from all types of correspondence.
Read, code, action and file all correspondence processed via Workflow on Docman following the Workflow Optimisation Protocol. Where appropriate direct the more complex correspondence to the patients doctor for their attention.
Read code other types of correspondence including cytology, immunisations, and breast screening. Add follow up diary dates as necessary.
Read code information from consultations at the GP access hubs.
Process GP2GP records into the Practices clinical database dealing with any degrades.
Identify any key clinical data from correspondence, such as new diagnoses, BP recordings, smoking status and code.
Offer advice and support to other staff members as necessary.
Oversee any Workflow or summarisation training needed.
Audit Workflow and collate feedback from clinical team.
Confidentiality
In the course of seeking treatment, patents entrust us with, or allow us to gather sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
- In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
- Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Read code experience needed
- Or as a minimum, medical terminology, or GP Practice experience
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Read code experience needed
- Or as a minimum, medical terminology, or GP Practice experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
