Clinical Coder and Medical Reports Administrator

Job description

Job responsibilities

To ensure all clinical correspondence is scanned accurately and promptly.

To enter clinical data into the Practice clinical system (S1).

To input patient information on to the clinical system. Code and link each problem appropriately.

Ensure that the filing and recording of patient information is promptly handled with care and in line with practice policies and procedures.

Workflow to appropriate team/clinician for detailed actions identified on the correspondence.

Process requests for information i.e SAR's, Insurance/Solicitors letters and DVLA/PIP forms via the appropriate systems i.e. S1, iGPR.

Liaise with various companies and health authorities regarding queries with discretion and confidentiality.

Liaise with Practice Manager regarding fees.

Adhere to strict guidelines for General Data Protection Regulations.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of coding in Primary Care.
• Knowledge of System One (S1).
• Strong IT Skills.

Desirable

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.

Qualifications

Essential

• Ability to understand a range of medical terminology.
• Understanding of the clinical coding process.
• Experience of IT systems including Word and Outlook.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbally.

Desirable

• NVQ Level in Health and Social Care

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Parkgate Medical Centre

Address

Parkgate Medical Centre

Netherfield Lane

Parkgate

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S62 6AW

Employer's website

https://www.parkgatemedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)