Job summary
- Competitive salary based on experience
- NHS pension scheme
- Supportive team environment with ongoing development opportunities
- Free on-site parking
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an enthusiastic
and reliable Clinical Coder to join our administrative team. This is a critical
role supporting the clinicians by ensuring that all patients documentation is
accurately summarised and appropriately coded within the patients electronic
health record.
The ideal candidate will be
methodical, detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of
a multidisciplinary team. Previous coding or summarising experience in a
healthcare setting is preferred.
About us
Bath Road Surgery is a CQC-rated 'Good' teaching practice serving over 14,000 patients in a modern, purpose-built environment. As part of the Hounslow PCN, our practice values accuracy,
attention to details, and professionalism in supporting the delivery of a daily
high-quality patient care. We are proud of our diverse, supportive and
collaborative team culture.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Scan and upload patient documents and hospital correspondence into the clinical system (SystmOne)
- Review incoming clinical
documents, correspondence, and reports for relevant patient information
- Accurately code clinical information using Read (SNOMED) codes in line with agreed practice protocols
- Identify
and act on any clinical information requiring attention or follow-up by a
GP or any other relevant clinician.
- Manage
coding queries from clinicians and the wider administrative team
- Provide
general administrative support and undertake ad hoc tasks as required
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Scan and upload patient documents and hospital correspondence into the clinical system (SystmOne)
- Review incoming clinical
documents, correspondence, and reports for relevant patient information
- Accurately code clinical information using Read (SNOMED) codes in line with agreed practice protocols
- Identify
and act on any clinical information requiring attention or follow-up by a
GP or any other relevant clinician.
- Manage
coding queries from clinicians and the wider administrative team
- Provide
general administrative support and undertake ad hoc tasks as required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Proven ability to adapt to change we are constantly improving and evolving our ways of working and new technologies. You need a proven background of adapting to change
- Proven track record of accurately processing and inputting large volumes of data whilst working to deadlines
- Proven track record of accurately following a process or protocol provided to you whilst inputting information, be analytical and enjoy working with large volumes of detailed information
- The ability to sustain high concentration levels for prolonged periods of time
- A proven dedication to maintaining high standards
- The ability to follow processes and procedures accurately and efficiently
- Efficient and accurate keyboard skills
- Competent in the use of PC based technologies including Microsoft Outlook, Word.
- Full training will be given for in-house systems
- An understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the workplace and able to follow data protection policies and guidelines
- Great communication skills, face to face, on the phone and via e-mail
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical terminology is advantageous
- A background in notes summarising (clinical or non-clinical)
- Previous experience of SystmOne clinical system
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Proven ability to adapt to change we are constantly improving and evolving our ways of working and new technologies. You need a proven background of adapting to change
- Proven track record of accurately processing and inputting large volumes of data whilst working to deadlines
- Proven track record of accurately following a process or protocol provided to you whilst inputting information, be analytical and enjoy working with large volumes of detailed information
- The ability to sustain high concentration levels for prolonged periods of time
- A proven dedication to maintaining high standards
- The ability to follow processes and procedures accurately and efficiently
- Efficient and accurate keyboard skills
- Competent in the use of PC based technologies including Microsoft Outlook, Word.
- Full training will be given for in-house systems
- An understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the workplace and able to follow data protection policies and guidelines
- Great communication skills, face to face, on the phone and via e-mail
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical terminology is advantageous
- A background in notes summarising (clinical or non-clinical)
- Previous experience of SystmOne clinical system
